COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Mooney M20 Series Aeroplanes
AD/M20/6 Installation of Engine Speed Restriction Placard 8/65
Applicability: All model M20E with S/Nos. 101 to 722. Document: Mooney SB 20-127.
Compliance: Forthwith.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended, contain a provision for issuing Airworthiness Directives to ensure the safety of aircraft operating in Australia. One such directive is AD/M20/6, which pertains to the Mooney M20 Series aeroplanes. This directive was enacted to address a specific safety concern identified in Mooney M20E model aeroplanes with serial numbers ranging from 101 to 722. The problem it aims to rectify involves the installation of an engine speed restriction placard to mitigate potential risks associated with the operation of these aircraft. The authority to enact such directives lies with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority under the Civil Aviation Act 1988, with the overarching policy objective being to enhance aviation safety by enforcing compliance with safety standards and addressing identified risks promptly.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under the purview of Part 39 – 105, specifically address the airworthiness directives concerning Mooney M20 Series Aeroplanes. This particular legislative instrument, identified as AD/M20/6, mandates the installation of an Engine Speed Restriction Placard for all Mooney M20E model aircraft with serial numbers ranging from 101 to 722. This directive applies to all relevant aircraft irrespective of the operator or the intended use, ensuring compliance is immediate and mandatory as per the guidelines provided in Mooney Service Bulletin 20-127. The regulations are enforced within the Commonwealth of Australia, thus extending across all states and territories under federal jurisdiction. There are no exclusions or exemptions detailed in this directive, and it is applicable to all entities operating within the specified parameters. The scope of the directive is further extended or detailed through subordinate instruments, which may provide additional operational or compliance guidelines.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (sections 39-105) establish the framework for ensuring airworthiness standards in Australian aviation. Specifically, AD/M20/6 pertains to Mooney M20 Series aeroplanes and mandates the installation of an engine speed restriction placard on all model M20E aircraft with serial numbers ranging from 101 to 722 (section 39-105). This requirement is detailed in Mooney Service Bulletin 20-127, which must be complied with immediately (section 39-105).
The obligations imposed by this Airworthiness Directive include ensuring that all affected Mooney M20E aircraft receive the specified modification. Operators of these aircraft must ensure that the engine speed restriction placard is installed as per the instructions provided in the referenced service bulletin. Failure to comply with this directive may result in the aircraft being deemed unairworthy, leading to potential grounding and the inability to operate the aircraft until the necessary modifications are made.
Failure to comply with AD/M20/6 can result in serious consequences. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) can take enforcement action against operators who do not adhere to the requirements of this directive. Such actions may include fines, suspension or revocation of the aircraft's airworthiness certificate, and potential criminal charges for serious non-compliance. The maximum penalties for non-compliance can include substantial fines and imprisonment, depending on the severity of the breach.