COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Aerospatiale (Socata) TBM 700 Series Aeroplanes
AD/TBM 700/7 EFIS Configuration 13/94
Applicability: Model TBM 700 series airplanes with serial numbers 14, 19, 21, 24, 25, 27, 49, 50,
53, 62, 74, 84 and 85.
Requirement: Unless previously accomplished action in accordance with Socata TBM 700 Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70-030-34 dated March 1994.
Note: DGAC AD 94-068(B) dated 30 March 1994 refers.
Compliance: Within 100 hours time in service after 8 December 1994.
Background: Compliance with this Directive ensures that the same symbology is used on the EADI and the standby horizon ADI.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended and most recently updated through F2006B07390, establish comprehensive standards for the safety and operation of aircraft within Australia. This legislative instrument was enacted by the Australian Government to ensure that civil aviation activities are conducted in a manner that is safe and efficient, thereby protecting the public and maintaining the integrity of the national airspace. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), under the authority of the Civil Aviation Act 1988, is responsible for administering these regulations. The specific aim of the AD/TBM 700/7 Airworthiness Directive is to address safety concerns related to the Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) configuration in Aerospatiale (Socata) TBM 700 series aeroplanes, ensuring that all aircraft of the specified model and serial numbers comply with necessary safety standards to prevent discrepancies in flight instrument readings.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority Schedule of Airworthiness Directives applies specifically to the Aerospatiale (Socata) TBM 700 series aeroplanes with particular serial numbers, namely 14, 19, 21, 24, 25, 27, 49, 50, 53, 62, 74, 84, and 85. This legislation mandates compliance with Socata TBM 700 Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70-030-34 dated March 1994, unless such action has already been undertaken. The requirement aims to ensure that the same symbology is employed on the Electronic Attitude Direction Indicator (EADI) and the standby horizon Attitude Direction Indicator (ADI). This ensures the safety and consistency of airworthiness for these specific aircraft models, which are subject to the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth of Australia. Compliance with this directive must be achieved within 100 hours of the aircraft's time in service after the directive's implementation date of 8 December 1994. The directive references DGAC AD 94-068(B) dated 30 March 1994 for further context. The application of this directive is limited to the specified aeroplane models and serial numbers, with no broader extension or restriction through subordinate instruments.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically under Part 39, Section 105, mandate that Aerospatiale (Socata) TBM 700 Series Aeroplanes adhere to certain airworthiness directives. This particular directive (AD/TBM 700/7) concerns the Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) configuration (13/94). It applies to TBM 700 series aeroplanes with specific serial numbers, namely 14, 19, 21, 24, 25, 27, 49, 50, 53, 62, 74, 84, and 85. The directive stipulates that unless the aircraft has already undergone the action specified in Socata TBM 700 Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70-030-34 dated March 1994, certain configurations must be implemented. This directive is also referenced in DGAC AD 94-068(B) dated 30 March 1994.
These regulations impose specific obligations on the owners and operators of the affected aircraft. They must ensure that the required EFIS configuration is achieved within 100 hours of time in service after 8 December 1994. The primary goal of this requirement is to ensure uniformity in the symbology used on the Electronic Attitude Director Indicator (EADI) and the standby horizon Attitude Director Indicator (ADI). This standardisation is crucial for maintaining consistent and reliable flight operations, thereby enhancing overall flight safety.
Failure to comply with the provisions outlined in AD/TBM 700/7 may result in various consequences. While the specific civil or criminal penalties are not detailed in the text, non-compliance with airworthiness directives under the Civil Aviation Regulations can typically lead to enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). These actions may include fines, suspension of the aircraft's airworthiness certificate, or even grounding of the aircraft until compliance is achieved. Additionally, operators may face legal repercussions if non-compliance leads to accidents or incidents, potentially resulting in civil liability claims. It is essential for operators to adhere strictly to these directives to avoid any such adverse outcomes.