COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 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/Z-242L/4 and issues the following AD under subregulation 39.1 (1) of CASR 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.
Moravan Zlin Z-242L Series Aeroplanes
AD/Z-242L/4
Amdt 1
Limitation of Operation - 2 13/2003
Applicability: Model Z 242L aircraft with serial numbers up to and including serial number 0746. Requirement: Action in accordance with Moravan Mandatory Service Bulletin Z 242L/44a.
Note: Czech CAA-AD-T-101/2000R1 refers.
Compliance: As specified in the Requirement document with an effective date of 25 March 2004.
This Amendment becomes effective on 25 December 2003.
Background: The Czech CAA requires incorporation of an AMU1 Acceleration Registration Unit (ARU) to determine the individual safe life limit of Z 242L aircraft. Based on ARU records, actual safe life is determined.
The original issue of this Airworthiness Directive became effective on 24 December 1999.
David Villiers
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 13 November 2003
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 3 December 2003.
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Overview
The Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CASR 1998) were enacted by the Parliament of Australia to regulate the safety of civil aviation within the country, thereby addressing the need for stringent oversight and enforcement of safety standards in the aviation industry. This piece of legislation establishes the framework for the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to issue Airworthiness Directives (ADs), which are binding requirements designed to correct unsafe conditions in aircraft. One such directive, AD/Z-242L/4 Amendment 1, was issued under the authority of CASA to address a specific safety concern identified with the Moravan Zlin Z-242L Series Aeroplanes. The directive mandates the installation of an AMU Acceleration Registration Unit (ARU) to accurately determine the safe life limits of these aircraft, as required by the Czech Civil Aviation Authority. This directive reflects the policy objective of ensuring that aircraft operations remain safe and compliant with international safety standards.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, particularly Part 39 - 105 concerning Airworthiness Directives, applies to specific types of aircraft and aeronautical products within the Australian jurisdiction. This particular Airworthiness Directive pertains to Moravan Zlin Z-242L Series Aeroplanes with serial numbers up to and including serial number 0746. The AD mandates actions to correct unsafe conditions, as stipulated in the requirement section, which involves the installation of an AMU Acceleration Registration Unit (ARU) to determine the individual safe life limit of the aircraft. This requirement is aligned with the Czech Civil Aviation Authority's AD-T-101/2000R1. The directive is issued under the authority of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and requires compliance with the specified timeline and procedures. The directive is effective as of 25 March 2004, with the amendment becoming effective on 25 December 2003, and it is applicable throughout the Commonwealth of Australia, ensuring uniformity in aviation safety standards across the country.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of this Airworthiness Directive (AD) concern the applicability and requirements for Moravan Zlin Z-242L Series Aeroplanes. Specifically, the AD applies to Model Z 242L aircraft with serial numbers up to and including serial number 0746. The requirement section mandates that the action set out in the directive must be carried out in accordance with the Moravan Mandatory Service Bulletin Z 242L/44a. This action is necessary to address an unsafe condition and must be performed under the conditions and instructions specified in the requirement section. The directive also specifies a compliance timeline, with the action needing to be completed by 25 March 2004, as mentioned in the compliance section.
The obligations imposed by this AD on the parties or entities it governs are stringent and specific. Aircraft operators must ensure that the Moravan Zlin Z-242L Series Aeroplanes within the specified serial number range are equipped with an AMU1 Acceleration Registration Unit (ARU) as per the Czech CAA-AD-T-101/2000R1 reference. The aircraft must be operated in a manner consistent with the instructions provided in the Moravan Mandatory Service Bulletin Z 242L/44a. Failure to comply with these requirements can lead to serious safety implications, as the directive is issued to correct a condition deemed unsafe by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).
Non-compliance with the Airworthiness Directive could result in significant civil and criminal consequences. The AD outlines the necessity of adhering to the specified requirements to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft. While the text does not specify maximum penalties, non-compliance with CASA regulations typically results in enforcement actions that may include fines, suspension of airworthiness certificates, or other regulatory penalties. These measures are intended to compel adherence to safety standards and to protect public safety in aviation operations.