Airworthiness Directives 2004 - Revocation and Remaking - Pratt and Whitney Canada Turbine Engines - PT6T Series

Overview

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, enacted on 20 December 2004, is a legislative instrument made by David Alan Villiers, the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, acting under subregulation 39.001 (1) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998. This legislative instrument revokes and remakes several Airworthiness Directives for Pratt and Whitney Canada Turbine Engines - PT6T Series, ensuring compliance with the latest safety standards and addressing any identified issues. Each Airworthiness Directive has been re-made in exactly the same form as it appears in the latest published edition of the Directive. The revocation and remaking of these directives aims to ensure the continued safety and airworthiness of aircraft utilising these engines by updating and correcting previous directives to reflect current safety requirements and practices. The Airworthiness Directives 2004 were introduced to address issues related to the safety and airworthiness of Pratt and Whitney Canada Turbine Engines - PT6T Series, particularly in relation to life limits of engine rotating parts, check and regulating valve housing reinforcing brackets, fuel pump couplings, and gas generator case seam welds, among other components. By revoking and remaking these directives, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority ensures that the aviation industry adheres to the most current safety standards, thereby enhancing the overall safety of air travel in Australia.

Scope and Application

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, enacted by David Alan Villiers as the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), pertains to specific turbine engines produced by Pratt and Whitney Canada, particularly the PT6T Series. This legislative instrument serves to revoke previously issued Airworthiness Directives and simultaneously re-make them, ensuring that each directive is mirrored exactly as it appears in the latest published edition. The application of these directives extends to all aircraft operators and owners of Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6T Series engines within the Commonwealth of Australia, thereby impacting the aviation industry and mandating compliance with the safety standards stipulated in these directives. The revocation and remaking process ensures that the directives remain current and effective, providing clear guidance on maintenance and operational standards. This legislative action does not introduce new exclusions or exemptions beyond those already specified in the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, thereby maintaining a consistent regulatory framework for airworthiness across the sector.

Key Provisions

The Airworthiness Directives 2004, made by David Alan Villiers as a delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), contain several key sections that define the scope and purpose of the legislation. Section 1 (a) revokes existing Airworthiness Directives, which are listed in Schedule 1, and section 1 (b) mandates the re-making of each of these directives as separate instruments, each of which is attached to the legislation. This ensures that the latest versions of these directives are in effect, reflecting any necessary updates or changes to airworthiness standards. The obligations imposed by this legislation on parties and entities governed by it include adherence to the re-made Airworthiness Directives. These directives set out specific requirements and standards that must be met to ensure the airworthiness of aircraft and their components, particularly those involving Pratt and Whitney Canada Turbine Engines - PT6T Series. Entities such as aircraft manufacturers, operators, and maintenance providers are expected to comply with these directives, ensuring that all relevant checks, repairs, and replacements are carried out in accordance with the stipulated guidelines. Failure to comply with the Airworthiness Directives can result in various civil and criminal consequences. Under the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, violations may be subject to penalties as prescribed by law. For instance, non-compliance with airworthiness directives can lead to fines, and in severe cases, criminal charges may be brought against individuals or entities responsible for the breach. The maximum penalties for such offences can include substantial financial penalties and, in the case of criminal charges, imprisonment, depending on the severity and impact of the non-compliance.