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 revokes Airworthiness Directive (AD) AD/RB211/26 and issues the following 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.
Rolls Royce Turbine Engines - RB211 Series
AD/RB211/26
Amdt 1
LP Compressor Fan Blades 6/2002
Applicability: Rolls Royce RB211-535 Series engines as listed in the Requirement document. Requirement: Action per Rolls Royce SB RB.211-72-C879 Rev 2, dated 4 Jan 2002.
Note: UK-CAA AD 002-01-2000 refers
Compliance: As detailed in the Requirement document with a revised effective date of 13 June 2002.
This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 13 June 2002.
Background: This directive was raised to mandate ultrasonic inspection of fan blade roots. Failure of the blade at the root can result in an uncontained failure. This amendment alters the inspection interval. The original issue of this directive became effective on 10 August 2000.
James Coyne
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 1 May 2002
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 22 May 2002.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, particularly Part 39, address the critical issue of ensuring the safety of aircraft and aeronautical products in Australia. Enacted by the Parliament of Australia, this legislation aims to prevent unsafe conditions in civil aviation by issuing Airworthiness Directives (ADs). These directives are pivotal in maintaining the integrity of aircraft and mitigating risks associated with potential failures. Specifically, AD/RB211/26 addresses the safety concerns related to the Rolls Royce RB211-535 Series engines, requiring mandatory ultrasonic inspections of fan blade roots to prevent uncontained failures. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) issued this directive to ensure compliance with safety standards, reflecting the overarching policy objective of safeguarding the aviation industry and public safety.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically PART 39 - 106, applies to all aircraft and aeronautical products within the Commonwealth of Australia. This legislation is enforced by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) which has the authority to issue Airworthiness Directives (AD) to ensure the safety of aviation operations. Airworthiness Directive AD/RB211/26 Amdt 1, issued under subregulation 39.1(1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, applies to Rolls Royce RB211-535 Series engines. The directive mandates specific action to address an unsafe condition concerning the LP Compressor Fan Blades, requiring an ultrasonic inspection to prevent potential uncontained failures at the blade roots. The directive is applicable to the mentioned engines as outlined in the Requirement document and necessitates compliance with the instructions set forth by Rolls Royce Service Bulletin RB.211-72-C879 Rev 2, dated 4 January 2002. The directive became effective on 13 June 2002, with the original directive having been effective since 10 August 2000. The AD was published in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 22 May 2002, extending the regulatory oversight and safety measures across the aviation industry within Australia.
Key Provisions
The Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued under section 39.1(1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) focuses on Rolls Royce RB211-535 Series engines, as listed in the requirement document. This AD mandates specific actions to address an unsafe condition, namely the ultrasonic inspection of fan blade roots, as per Rolls Royce Service Bulletin RB.211-72-C879 Rev 2, dated 4 January 2002. This directive aims to prevent uncontained failures of the blades, which could potentially lead to catastrophic outcomes. The AD supersedes the earlier AD/RB211/26, with an effective date set for 13 June 2002.
The obligations imposed by this AD require the holders of the aircraft or aeronautical product specified in the applicability section to comply with the actions outlined in the requirement section. This includes conducting the ultrasonic inspections in accordance with the instructions provided, ensuring that the inspection intervals are adhered to as detailed in the requirement document. Compliance with these directives is crucial to maintaining the airworthiness of the aircraft, and any deviation could result in significant safety risks.
Failure to comply with the requirements of this AD may result in severe consequences. Under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, non-compliance could lead to enforcement actions, including fines and potential prosecution. The specific penalties for breaching these regulations are not detailed in the provided text but could include substantial monetary fines and imprisonment, depending on the severity and impact of the non-compliance. Additionally, any resultant accidents or incidents stemming from non-compliance could lead to further civil or criminal liabilities for the parties involved.
The AD was issued by James Coyne, a delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, on 1 May 2002, and was officially notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 22 May 2002. This notification process ensures that all relevant stakeholders are informed of the new requirements and timelines for compliance. The AD became effective on 13 June 2002, providing a clear timeframe for compliance by the affected parties. Ensuring adherence to this AD is critical for maintaining the safety standards required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.