Airworthiness Directives 2004 - Revocation and Remaking - General Electric Turbine Engines - CT58 Series

Overview

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, issued under the authority of David Alan Villiers as the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, represent a legislative instrument designed to manage and ensure the safety of airworthiness directives within the aviation sector in Australia. Enacted on 20 December 2004, this legislative instrument revokes existing airworthiness directives concerning the General Electric Turbine Engines - CT58 Series and simultaneously re-makes each of these directives, ensuring they are consistent with the latest published editions. This action addresses the need for updated and precise regulatory measures to maintain the safety and reliability of aircraft engines, thereby safeguarding public safety and conforming to international aviation standards. The enactment by the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority aligns with the overarching policy objective of enhancing aviation safety and ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory requirements.

Scope and Application

The Airworthiness Directives 2004 legislative instrument operates under the authority of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, specifically delegating David Alan Villiers, a delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, to revoke and remake various airworthiness directives pertaining to General Electric CT58 Series turbine engines. This instrument applies to all entities and individuals involved in the operation, maintenance, and manufacture of aircraft equipped with these engines, ensuring compliance with updated safety standards. The directives cover a range of components including engine rotating parts, fuel systems, and structural elements, thereby encompassing various industries and conduct within the aviation sector. Geographically, the application of this legislation extends across the Commonwealth of Australia, ensuring a uniform approach to airworthiness across all states and territories. The instrument excludes any components or procedures not listed in the schedules, and any amendments or extensions to its application are to be made through subsequent subordinate instruments.

Key Provisions

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, issued under the authority of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) delegate, serve to both revoke and re-issue several specific Airworthiness Directives related to General Electric CT58 Series Turbine Engines. The primary operative sections of this legislative instrument include the revocation of existing directives (Schedule 1) and the re-making of these directives as separate instruments (subregulation 39.001(1) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998). Each directive in the schedule is re-made in the same form as it appears in the latest published edition. This legislative instrument focuses on various components of the CT58 Series turbine engines, such as engine rotating parts, centrifugal filters, combustion casing adapters, and more, each identified by specific AD numbers. The Act imposes several obligations and requirements on the parties and entities governed by these directives. Operators and owners of aircraft equipped with the specified turbine engines must comply with the re-made directives, which include detailed instructions for inspections, replacements, and maintenance of the engine components listed. For instance, AD/CT58/15 mandates the replacement of fuel flow divider assemblies, while AD/CT58/17 requires specific inspections and maintenance actions. These directives ensure that the airworthiness of the aircraft is maintained by enforcing regular checks and necessary repairs to prevent potential safety hazards. Failure to comply with the provisions of the Airworthiness Directives can lead to various consequences, both civil and criminal. Under Australian law, non-compliance may result in penalties for the aircraft operators and owners, including fines and potential grounding of the aircraft. The specific penalties are not detailed within the Airworthiness Directives 2004 but are outlined in the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998. The severity of the penalties can depend on the nature and extent of the non-compliance, with significant breaches potentially leading to more severe penalties and legal actions. Ensuring adherence to these directives is critical for maintaining the safety standards required by CASA.