COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Pitts S-1 and S-2 Series Aeroplanes
AD/PITTS S-2/8 Streamline Tubing - Inspection 6/76
Applicability: Model S-1S, S/Nos. 1-0032 to 1-0038. Model S-2A, S/Nos. 2101 to 2115. Document: Pitts SB No. 10 with Supplement No. 1.
Compliance: Within 25 hours time in service after 20 May 1976.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia, provide a comprehensive regulatory framework governing the safety and operation of civil aviation within Australia. Within this framework, Part 39 specifically addresses airworthiness directives that ensure the safe operation of aircraft. One such directive, AD/PITTS S-2/8, was introduced to address the issue of streamlining tubing in Pitts S-1 and S-2 series aeroplanes. This directive aims to ensure that the specified Pitts models comply with airworthiness standards by requiring inspections of the streamline tubing within 25 hours of time in service after the directive's effective date of 20 May 1976. The objective is to maintain the structural integrity and safety of these aircraft, thereby protecting the lives of pilots and passengers.
The directive is applicable to Pitts S-1 models with serial numbers ranging from 1-0032 to 1-0038 and Pitts S-2A models with serial numbers from 2101 to 2115. Compliance is to be achieved in accordance with the Pitts SB No. 10 with Supplement No. 1, which provides detailed guidelines for the inspection process. This directive is a critical component in the overarching policy objective of the Civil Aviation Regulations to ensure the highest standards of safety and reliability in civil aviation.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, applies to certain Pitts S-1 and S-2 series aeroplanes, namely the Model S-1S with serial numbers ranging from 1-0032 to 1-0038 and the Model S-2A with serial numbers from 2101 to 2115. This legislation mandates the inspection of streamline tubing as per the Pitts SB No. 10 document, including its Supplement No. 1, within 25 hours of time in service following 20 May 1976. The regulation is enforced by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and applies across the Commonwealth of Australia, ensuring that the specified Pitts aircraft meet the required safety standards. The scope of this directive is limited to the outlined serial numbers of the Pitts S-1 and S-2 models, and any other aircraft not specified are not subject to this particular airworthiness directive.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, includes a schedule of airworthiness directives (ADs) that govern the maintenance and safety standards of various aircraft types. One such directive, AD/PITTS S-2/8, pertains to the Pitts S-1 and S-2 Series Aeroplanes (sections 39-105 and 39-105.020). This AD mandates an inspection of the streamline tubing on specific models of the Pitts S-2 Series. The directive applies to Model S-1 with serial numbers 1-0032 to 1-0038 and Model S-2A with serial numbers 2101 to 2115. The required inspection is detailed in Pitts SB No. 10 with Supplement No. 1. Compliance with this directive must be achieved within 25 hours of time in service after 20 May 1976.
The obligations under this AD are clear and straightforward. Operators of the affected Pitts S-1 and S-2 Series Aeroplanes must ensure that the streamline tubing is inspected according to the specifications outlined in Pitts SB No. 10 with Supplement No. 1. This inspection must be carried out within the stipulated time frame of 25 hours of time in service following 20 May 1976. The regulations underscore the importance of adherence to the manufacturer's bulletin to maintain the airworthiness of these aircraft. Operators must also keep records of the inspection to demonstrate compliance with the AD.
Failure to comply with AD/PITTS S-2/8 can result in significant consequences. Under the Civil Aviation Act 1988, non-compliance with an airworthiness directive is an offence. The penalties for breaching these regulations can include substantial fines, imprisonment, or both. The exact penalties depend on the severity of the breach and the discretion of the court. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has the authority to enforce these regulations and may take action against operators who fail to comply with the AD. It is imperative for operators to adhere to these directives to ensure the safety and airworthiness of their aircraft and to avoid potential legal repercussions.