COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 106 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE
For the reasons set out in the background section, the CASA delegate whose signature appears below issues the following Airworthiness Directive (AD) under subregulation 39.1 (1) of CAR 1998. The AD requires that the action set out in the requirement section (being action that the delegate considers necessary to correct the unsafe condition) be taken in relation to the aircraft or aeronautical product mentioned in the applicability section: (a) in the circumstances mentioned in the requirement section; and (b) in accordance with the instructions set out in the requirement section; and (c) at the time mentioned in the compliance section.
Pratt and Whitney Turbine Engines -PW 4000 Series
AD/PW4000/11 LCF Items - Mandatory Inspections 7/2002
Applicability: Pratt and Whitney PW4000 engines as specified by models in FAA AD 2002-03-08 CORRECTION.
Requirement: Action in accordance with the requirements of FAA AD 2002-03-08 CORRECTION.
Note: FAA AD 2002-03-08 Amdt 39-12649 CORRECTION refers.
Compliance: As detailed in the requirement document with a revised effective date of 11 July 2002.
This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 11 July 2002.
Background: FAA study of in-service events involving uncontained failures have indicated the need for mandatory inspections to ensure safety. This AD introduces these additional inspections.
James Coyne
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 29 May 2002
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 19 June 2002.
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Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Parliament of Australia, form a comprehensive set of rules governing all aspects of civil aviation in the country. One particular aspect these regulations address is the maintenance and safety standards of aircraft, which is further detailed in PART 39 - 106 of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998. This part includes Airworthiness Directives issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to ensure the continued airworthiness of aircraft and aeronautical products. The Airworthiness Directive for Pratt and Whitney Turbine Engines - PW 4000 Series, issued on 11 July 2002, aims to address identified safety concerns related to potential uncontained engine failures. This directive, AD/PW4000/11 LCF Items - Mandatory Inspections, was introduced to mandate specific inspections for Pratt and Whitney PW4000 engines to mitigate the risk of unsafe conditions, thereby enhancing overall aviation safety in Australia.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically under Part 39, addresses the critical area of airworthiness directives through its 106th schedule, which mandates safety protocols for various aircraft and aeronautical products. This particular Airworthiness Directive (AD) pertains to Pratt and Whitney PW4000 series turbine engines, as specified by models in FAA AD 2002-03-08 CORRECTION. The AD is issued under subregulation 39.1 (1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, and it applies to any aircraft or aeronautical product that falls within the specified models of the Pratt and Whitney PW4000 engines. The directive requires mandatory inspections in accordance with the FAA AD 2002-03-08 CORRECTION, with compliance needing to be met by 11 July 2002. This legislation is designed to mitigate safety risks associated with uncontained engine failures, ensuring that all relevant aircraft and aeronautical products adhere to the stipulated safety measures.
Key Provisions
The main sections of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39, contain detailed requirements for the maintenance and safety of aircraft and aeronautical products. Section 39.106 (1) establishes the framework for issuing Airworthiness Directives (ADs) by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) or its delegate. This section empowers the delegate to issue ADs when an unsafe condition has been identified in aircraft or aeronautical products, necessitating corrective action. In the specific case of AD/PW4000/11, the AD pertains to Pratt and Whitney PW4000 series turbine engines, and mandates specific inspections to address identified safety concerns.
The AD/PW4000/11 sets out clear obligations for the parties involved. Firstly, it mandates that Pratt and Whitney PW4000 engines, as specified by the models in FAA AD 2002-03-08 CORRECTION, undergo mandatory inspections as per the requirements outlined in FAA AD 2002-03-08 CORRECTION. These inspections must be carried out in accordance with the instructions provided and within the timeframe specified in the compliance section of the AD. Failure to comply with these directives could result in significant safety risks, thus the obligations are stringent and leave little room for deviation.
Failure to adhere to the provisions of the AD/PW4000/11 can result in serious legal and safety consequences. Under the Civil Aviation Act 1988, non-compliance with ADs is an offence, and violators may face substantial penalties. The specific penalties are not detailed in the AD itself but generally, non-compliance can result in fines and, in severe cases, criminal charges. The exact penalties would be determined by the courts based on the severity and impact of the non-compliance. Additionally, the safety of flights could be compromised, leading to potential accidents, which carries severe ramifications for both the operators and passengers.