Airworthiness Directives 2004 - Revocation and Remaking - DH114 (Heron) Series Aeroplanes

Overview

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, made by David Alan Villiers, a delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) under the authority granted by subregulation 39.001(1) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, serves to revoke and re-make specific Airworthiness Directives for certain aircraft models. This legislative instrument addresses the need to update and reissue the directives to ensure they remain current and effective in maintaining the airworthiness of aircraft. The primary objective of these directives is to ensure that the airworthiness standards set by CASA are adhered to, thereby enhancing the safety of civil aviation in Australia. Each Airworthiness Directive is re-made in the same form as it appears in the latest published edition, ensuring consistency and clarity in the regulatory framework governing aircraft maintenance and safety.

Scope and Application

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, promulgated by David Alan Villiers as a delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority under the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, apply to the specific airworthiness directives listed in the Schedule 1 of the legislative instrument. These directives pertain to various modifications, inspections, and amendments required for the Heron series aeroplanes, ensuring that these aircraft meet certain safety standards and operational requirements. The geographic and jurisdictional reach of these directives is limited to Australia, impacting any entity or person involved in the maintenance, operation, or registration of the specified aircraft within the country. This legislation does not explicitly state any exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds, implying that all applicable aircraft and associated parties must comply with the outlined directives. The directives are re-made as separate instruments, maintaining their form as they appeared in the latest published edition.

Key Provisions

The Airworthiness Directives 2004 (F2006B07835) primarily serves to revoke and re-make existing airworthiness directives concerning the DH114 (Heron) Series Aeroplanes, with the changes being detailed in the Schedule 1 of the legislative instrument. The main operative sections of the instrument include the revocation of certain airworthiness directives and their re-making as separate instruments (Schedule 1). These directives pertain to modifications, inspections, and safety measures on various parts of the aeroplane, such as the flap spar, fuel tank filler, engine mounting frames, and other structural components. These airworthiness directives impose specific obligations on aircraft operators and maintenance providers to ensure that the modifications and inspections are carried out as prescribed. Operators must ensure that their aircraft comply with the mandated modifications and inspections to maintain the airworthiness of the aeroplanes. This involves detailed checks, repairs, and replacements of various components to meet safety standards. Failure to comply with these airworthiness directives can result in significant consequences. The Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 stipulate penalties for non-compliance, which may include fines, imprisonment, or both. Specifically, under section 39.001(1), the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority has the authority to enforce these directives. The exact penalties are not specified in the Airworthiness Directives 2004 but typically align with the penalties outlined in the overarching Civil Aviation Safety Regulations. These can include substantial financial penalties and potential imprisonment for more severe breaches. In summary, the Airworthiness Directives 2004 mandates specific modifications and inspections on DH114 (Heron) Series Aeroplanes to ensure continued airworthiness. Compliance is mandatory for aircraft operators and maintenance providers, with potential legal and financial repercussions for non-compliance as outlined in the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998.