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SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

CESSNA 180K · Airworthiness Directives

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Overview

This document is a Schedule of Airworthiness Directives issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia, specifically addressing safety requirements for Cessna 180 and 182 models, as well as Wren 460 series aeroplanes. The directive focuses on the Goodyear BTC-39 fuel cells fitted in these aircraft. It outlines the necessary compliance actions that must be taken to ensure airworthiness and safety. The document is intended for aircraft operators and maintenance personnel responsible for adhering to airworthiness standards and directives. It emphasizes the importance of timely compliance to maintain operational safety and regulatory adherence.

  • The directive applies to Cessna 180 and 182 models and Wren 460 series aircraft.
  • Action must be taken in accordance with Cessna Service Letter No. SE78-10.
  • Compliance is required within 100 hours after 30 June 1978 and annually thereafter.

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Originally published by services.casa.gov.au. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.

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Document details

Type
Airworthiness Directives
Year
1978
Pages
1
File size
9.5 KB
Publisher
services.casa.gov.au
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386CESSNA 180K registered worldwide · 327 active

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Applicability

The directive applies to all Cessna models 180 and 182, as well as Wren 460 series aircraft that are equipped with Goodyear BTC-39 fuel cells. This broad applicability ensures that all relevant aircraft are included in the safety measures outlined.

Requirement

Operators are required to take action in accordance with Cessna Service Letter No. SE78-10. This service letter provides specific instructions and guidelines for addressing the issues related to the Goodyear fuel cells.

Compliance

Compliance with the directive is required within 100 hours of time in service after 30 June 1978, and annually thereafter. This schedule ensures that the safety measures are regularly reviewed and maintained.

Full document text

COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES Cessna 180, 182 and Wren 460 Series Aeroplanes AD/CESSNA 180/51 Goodyear Fuel Cells 6/78 Applicability: All Cessna models 180 and 182 and Wren 460 fitted with Goodyear BTC-39 fuel cells. Requirement: Action in accordance with Cessna SL No. SE78-10. Compliance: Within 100 hours time in service after 30 June 1978 and annually thereafter as detailed in Cessna SL No. SE78-10.

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