Airworthiness Directives 2004 - Revocation and Remaking - Piper PA-28 Series Aeroplanes

Administered by Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts

Legislation au F2006B07956 In force Legislative Instrument

Legislation content

 Airworthiness Directives 2004

 I, DAVID ALAN VILLIERS, delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety

 Authority, acting under subregulation 39.001 (1) of the Civil

 Aviation Safety Regulations 1998:

 (a) revoke the Airworthiness Directives mentioned in

 Schedule 1; and

 (b) make, as separate instruments, each Airworthiness

 Directive mentioned in Schedule 1 and attached.

 

 

 David Villiers

 Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority

 

  20 December 2004

 Note:   Each attached Airworthiness Directive is being re-made in exactly the

 same form as appears in the latest published edition of the Directive.

 


 Schedule 1 Revocation and Remaking of

 Airworthiness Directives

 Piper PA-28 Series Aeroplanes

 AD Name AD Number

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/1

 Rudder and Stabilator Control Cables, Installation of Fairleads - Modification  AD/PA-28/2

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/3 Amdt 1

 Control Wheel - Inspection AD/PA-28/4 Amdt 5

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/5

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/6

 Magneto Radio Interference Filters - Modification AD/PA-28/7 Amdt 1

 Rudder Trim Installation AD/PA-28/8

 Battery Lead Attachment - Inspection and Modification AD/PA-28/9

 Centre Safety Belt Attachment - Inspection AD/PA-28/10

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/11

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/12 Amdt 1

 Aileron and Stabilator Balance Weight Assembly and Rudder Horn Assembly -  AD/PA-28/13 Amdt 3

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/14 Amdt 3

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/15

 Aileron Spar Cracking AD/PA-28/16 Amdt 2

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/17

 Wing Rear Spar Attachment Bolts - Inspection AD/PA-28/18

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/19

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/20

 Replaced by AD/GENERAL/45 - CANCELLED AD/PA-28/21

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/22

 Rudder Trim Arm Assembly Cracking AD/PA-28/23 Amdt 2

 Control Wheel Retaining Pin - Modification AD/PA-28/24

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/25 Amdt 1

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/26

 Exhaust System - Inspection - CANCELLED AD/PA-28/27

 Stabilator and Balance Weight Tube Assembly - Inspection AD/PA-28/28 Amdt 2

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/29


 Engine Mount Tubes - Inspection AD/PA-28/30

 Seat Frame - Modification AD/PA-28/31

 Pitch Trim Switch - Modification AD/PA-28/32

 Front Seat Restraint Installation - Modification AD/PA-28/33

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/34

 Main Landing Gear Torque Links - Inspection AD/PA-28/35 Amdt 1

 Stabilator Hinge Attaching Bolts - Inspection AD/PA-28/36

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/37

 Stabilator Hinge Attaching Bolts - Inspection AD/PA-28/38

 Stabilator - Inspection and Drilling of Drain Holes AD/PA-28/39

 Wing Rear Spar - Inspection AD/PA-28/40 Amdt 1

 Rapid Throttle Movement - Warning Placard AD/PA-28/41

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/42

 Rudder Bar Assembly - Inspection and Modification AD/PA-28/43

 Rear Seat Belt Attachment - Modification AD/PA-28/44

 Gross Weight - Reduction AD/PA-28/45

 Wing Reinforcement - Modification AD/PA-28/46

 Automatic Pilot Roll Servo Shear Pin - Installation AD/PA-28/47

 Outer Wing Spar - Inspection AD/PA-28/48

 Air Conditioning System - Modification AD/PA-28/49

 Main Landing Gear Cylinder Cracking - CANCELLED AD/PA-28/50 Amdt 1

 Aileron Centring Cable - Inspection AD/PA-28/51

 Nose Landing Gear - Inspection and Modification AD/PA-28/52

 Pre-Certification Requirements - Modification AD/PA-28/53

 Spin Prohibition Placard AD/PA-28/54

 Fuel Valve - Replacement AD/PA-28/55

 Quick-Disconnect Seat Retention Mechanism - Inspection AD/PA-28/56

 Nose Landing Gear Trunnion - Inspection AD/PA-28/57

 Wing Structural Fatigue Life Limitation AD/PA-28/58

 Fuel Selector Valve - Inspection and Replacement AD/PA-28/59

 Carburettor Air Filter Box - Modification AD/PA-28/60

 Lower Cowl Drain - Inspection and Modification AD/PA-28/61

 Fuel Selector Valve - Inspection AD/PA-28/62

 Fuel Filler Cap - Inspection and Replacement AD/PA-28/63

 Fuel Line - Inspection AD/PA-28/64

 Fuel Tank Vent - Inspection and Modification AD/PA-28/65


 Fuel Selector Control System - Modification AD/PA-28/66

 Electric Pitch Trim Switch - Modification AD/PA-28/67

 CANCELLED AD/PA-28/68

 Engine Cowling - Drain Hole Provision AD/PA-28/69

 Fuel Drain Cover - Replacement AD/PA-28/70

 Nose Landing Gear Down Lock - Modification or Replacement AD/PA-28/71

 Fuel Gascolator - Inspection AD/PA-28/72

 Hose Assembly - Inspection and Modification AD/PA-28/73

 Fuel and Vapour Return Lines - Modification AD/PA-28/74

 Carburettor Nozzle - CANCELLED AD/PA-28/75 Amdt 1

 Carburettor Nozzle - CANCELLED AD/PA-28/76 Amdt 1

 Fuel Line Union Fittings - Inspection AD/PA-28/77

 Fuel Tank Vent and Vent Hose - Modification and Replacement AD/PA-28/78

 Exhaust Muffler Assembly - Inspection - CANCELLED AD/PA-28/79

 Ammeter Installation Modification - CANCELLED AD/PA-28/80 Amdt 1

 Fuel Filter Drain Valve - Replacement AD/PA-28/81

 Rudder Torque Tube Attachment Fitting and Hardware - Inspection AD/PA-28/82

 Battery Protection and Rear Seat Installation - Inspection AD/PA-28/83

 Nose Landing Gear - Inspection and Modification Parts I and II AD/PA-28/84

 Battery Strap Installation AD/PA-28/85

 Ammeter Installation AD/PA-28/86 Amdt 1

 Stabilator Attach Fitting Corrosion AD/PA-28/87

 Aft Centre of Gravity Restriction AD/PA-28/88 Amdt 3

 Aircraft Repair AD/PA-28/89

 Nose Gear Drag Link AD/PA-28/90

 Main Landing Gear Side Brace Stud AD/PA-28/91 Amdt 1

 Landing Light Seal AD/PA-28/92 Amdt 1

 Flap Handle Attach Bolt AD/PA-28/93

 Engine Oil Cooler Hoses AD/PA-28/94 Amdt 1

 Engine Air Filter AD/PA-28/95 Amdt 1

 Control Wheel Attachment AD/PA-28/96

 

Overview

The Airworthiness Directives 2004 legislative instrument was enacted on 20 December 2004 by David Alan Villiers, the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). This instrument was introduced to address the need for updating and maintaining current airworthiness directives to ensure the ongoing safety of aviation operations in Australia. The directives, which have been re-made to match the latest published versions, target specific issues related to the maintenance and modifications of Piper PA-28 series aeroplanes, covering aspects such as control cables, inspections, and structural modifications to enhance aircraft safety. The enactment of this instrument was a necessary step to ensure compliance with international safety standards and to mitigate risks associated with the operation of these aircraft. The policy objective of this legislative instrument is to maintain the airworthiness of aircraft by ensuring that all relevant safety directives are current and effectively enforced. This is achieved by revoking outdated directives and re-making them to reflect the latest safety requirements and technical advancements. By doing so, CASA aims to uphold the highest standards of aviation safety, reducing the likelihood of accidents and ensuring the protection of passengers, crew, and the general public.

Scope and Application

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, issued by the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, David Alan Villiers, pursuant to subregulation 39.001 (1) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, apply to specific airworthiness directives concerning the Piper PA-28 series aeroplanes. These directives govern the airworthiness standards that must be met by aircraft manufacturers, operators, and maintenance personnel within the Commonwealth of Australia. The legislative instrument revokes certain airworthiness directives and remakes them as separate instruments, ensuring that the directives are current and enforceable under the regulatory framework. The scope of the legislation extends to the entire Piper PA-28 series, encompassing all aircraft models and configurations that fall under this category. The geographic reach of these directives is limited to Australia, where they must be adhered to by all relevant parties within the national jurisdiction. There are no specific exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds mentioned in the text, though the application of these directives may vary depending on the specific circumstances of each aircraft and operation. Subordinate instruments may further refine or extend the application of these directives as necessary.

Key Provisions

The legislative instrument F2006B07956, dated 20 December 2004, contains a series of Airworthiness Directives (ADs) concerning Piper PA-28 series aeroplanes. The primary objective of this instrument, as outlined in section 1, is the revocation of certain ADs and the re-making of others. These ADs pertain to specific modifications, inspections, and limitations required for the continued safe operation of the aircraft. Each AD is re-made in the same form as the latest published edition, ensuring consistency and clarity for all stakeholders. The obligations and requirements imposed by these ADs are detailed and specific, focusing on various components of the Piper PA-28 series aeroplanes. For instance, AD/PA-28/1 mandates the installation of fairleads on rudder and stabilator control cables, while AD/PA-28/3 requires the inspection of control wheels. Other directives, such as AD/PA-28/18, necessitate the inspection of wing rear spar attachment bolts, and AD/PA-28/23 involves modifying the control wheel retaining pin. Each AD specifies the necessary actions, deadlines, and compliance procedures to ensure the airworthiness of the aircraft. Failure to comply with these ADs can result in significant legal consequences. Under section 39.001 (1) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, non-compliance with ADs is considered an offence. The penalties for such breaches can include substantial fines and, in severe cases, imprisonment. The exact penalties depend on the nature and severity of the breach, but they are designed to enforce strict adherence to the safety standards outlined in the ADs. Ensuring compliance with these directives is crucial for maintaining the safety and airworthiness of Piper PA-28 series aeroplanes.

Legal classification tags

Area of Law
Aviation Law
Instrument
Legislative Instrument
Concepts
Definitions & Interpretation
Licensing & Registration
Enforcement Powers

Interactions

Authorises

All Versions

Sourced from the Federal Register of Legislation at 26 August 2026. For the latest information on Australian Government law please go to https://www.legislation.gov.au.