Airworthiness Directives 2004 - Revocation and Remaking - Aerospatiale (Socata) TB 200 Series Aeroplanes

Overview

The Airworthiness Directives 2004 (F2006B07696) is a legislative instrument issued under the authority of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 by David Alan Villiers, a delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. This legislative instrument serves to revoke and re-make specific Airworthiness Directives related to the Aerospatiale (Socata) TB 200 Series Aeroplanes. The revocation and re-making of these directives were done to ensure that the most current and accurate regulatory requirements are in force, thereby maintaining the highest standards of air safety. The policy objective behind this legislative action is to address any identified safety issues and ensure compliance with updated safety regulations, as each directive is re-made in exactly the same form as it appears in the latest published edition. This action ensures that the directives reflect the most recent safety standards and operational practices in the aviation industry.

Scope and Application

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, promulgated by David Alan Villiers, the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, pertains specifically to the aerospatiale (Socata) TB 200 Series Aeroplanes. This legislation targets the airworthiness of these aircraft, mandating specific directives for various components, including the fuel system, exhaust system, vertical stabiliser, rudder bearing, seat unlocking mechanism, nose gear fork, ammeter electrical circuit, and aileron and elevator control gimbal joint. The act applies to the persons or entities operating or maintaining the specified aircraft models within the Commonwealth of Australia, ensuring compliance with the airworthiness standards set forth by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. The scope of the act is explicitly defined in the attached airworthiness directives, which are reproduced from the latest published edition. Each directive is re-made in its entirety, maintaining the original form and content. The revocation and remaking of these directives aim to ensure the safety and airworthiness of the targeted aircraft, reflecting the continuous effort to enhance aviation safety standards.

Key Provisions

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, promulgated by David Alan Villiers, the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, under subregulation 39.001 (1) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, are primarily concerned with the revocation and remaking of existing airworthiness directives related to Aerospatiale (Socata) TB 200 Series Aeroplanes. Section (a) of the legislation revokes the specific Airworthiness Directives listed in Schedule 1, while section (b) mandates the remaking of each directive mentioned in Schedule 1 as separate instruments. The directives are reproduced in their entirety as they appear in the latest published edition, ensuring that there is no alteration in their original form. These directives impose specific obligations on the parties and entities they govern, particularly those related to the maintenance and safety standards of Aerospatiale (Socata) TB 200 Series Aeroplanes. For example, Airworthiness Directive AD/TB 200/1 addresses the integrity of the fuel system flowmeter pipe, while AD/TB 200/2 pertains to the exhaust system. Each directive outlines detailed requirements that must be met to ensure the airworthiness of these aircraft. Owners, operators, and maintenance personnel must adhere to these directives to maintain compliance with aviation safety standards. In terms of consequences, the legislation does not explicitly state the offences, penalties, or consequences for non-compliance with the Airworthiness Directives within the provided text. However, given the context of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 and the critical nature of airworthiness requirements, non-compliance could potentially lead to severe civil or criminal penalties. These could include fines, suspension or revocation of airworthiness certificates, and legal action against individuals or entities responsible for ensuring compliance. The exact penalties would be determined based on the specific circumstances and the regulatory framework governing aviation safety in Australia.