{"id":"F2006B01818","name":"AD/A109/32 - Rescue Hoist","slug":"ad-a109-32-rescue-hoist","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":41016,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2006B01818-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-01","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE","sectionType":"part","heading":"AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE","content":"# AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE\n\n![](image.001.png)\n\n![](image.001.png)  \nFor the reasons set out in the background section, the CASA delegate whose signature appears below issues the following Airworthiness Directive (AD) under subregulation 39.1 (1) of CAR 1998. The AD requires that the action set out in the requirement section (being action that the delegate considers necessary to correct the unsafe condition) be taken in relation to the aircraft or aeronautical product mentioned in the applicability section: (a) in the circumstances mentioned in the requirement section; and (b) in accordance with the instructions set out in the requirement section; and (c) at the time mentioned in the compliance section.\n\nAgusta A109 Series Helicopters","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"AD/A109/32 Rescue Hoist 13/2002 DM","sectionType":"part","heading":"AD/A109/32 Rescue Hoist 13/2002 DM","content":"# AD/A109/32 Rescue Hoist 13/2002 DM\n\nApplicability: Model A109 helicopters equipped with a Breeze Eastern Aerospace rescue hoist series BL-16600, excluding BL-16600-160.\n\nRequirement: Perform a one-time inspection of the rescue hoist mounting bracket in accordance with Breeze Eastern Customer Aerospace Advisory Bulletin CAB-100-56, dated 11 November 1997.\n\nNote: FAA AD 2002-20-05 Amdt 39-12901 refers.\n\nCompliance: Before the next usage of the rescue hoist after 6 November 2002, unless already accomplished.\n\nThis Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 6 November 2002.\n\nBackground: The FAA received reports of cracked rescue hoist mounting brackets. Such cracking could result in mounting bracket failure and separation of the rescue hoist from the helicopter.\n\n![](image.002.jpeg)  \n\nDavid Alan Villiers\n\nDelegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 1 November 2002","sortOrder":1}],"analysis":{"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"No change in scope from the stated purpose: the AD addresses reported cracked rescue hoist mounting brackets by requiring a one‑time inspection on the specified A109/BL‑16600 installations. The directive is narrowly targeted (specific helicopter model and hoist series), uses the manufacturer bulletin for procedure, and excludes the BL‑16600‑160 variant."},"complexity_factors":["Narrow applicability: only Agusta A109 helicopters fitted with Breeze Eastern BL‑16600 series hoists, excluding BL‑16600‑160 (Applicability).","Single, one‑time mandated action — a physical inspection of the hoist mounting bracket (Requirement).","Short, immediate compliance window: inspection required before next hoist use after 6 November 2002 (Compliance).","Procedure delegated to an external document: Breeze Eastern Customer Aerospace Advisory Bulletin CAB‑100‑56 specified as the inspection method (Requirement).","Cross‑reference to FAA AD 2002‑20‑05 — reliance on overseas reports and regulatory action (Note/Background).","Safety urgency driven by reported cracking that could lead to hoist separation (Background).","Enforcement and legal authority via CASA delegate under CAR 1998 subregulation 39.1(1) (preamble)."],"plain_english_summary":"**What it does:** Requires a one‑time inspection of the Breeze Eastern BL‑16600 rescue hoist mounting bracket on Agusta A109 helicopters (excluding BL‑16600‑160). The AD responds to FAA reports of cracked brackets that could cause the hoist to separate. Operators must complete the inspection per Breeze Eastern Customer Aerospace Advisory Bulletin CAB‑100‑56 before the hoist’s next use after 6 November 2002. CASA issued the directive; operators pay for inspection and any remedial work."},"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"A positive credit balance is required for all requests, including BYOK, so fallback providers remain available. Add credits at https://vercel.com/d?to=%2F%5Bteam%5D%2F%7E%2Fai%3Fmodal%3Dtop-up to continue.","source":"analysis-cron"},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This is a targeted safety directive addressing a specific mechanical defect in a specific helicopter/hoist combination. The scope remains precisely limited to the identified unsafe condition."},"complexity_factors":["Very short document (approximately 250 words)","Only 3 defined applicability criteria (helicopter model, hoist series, specific exclusion)","Single requirement with one reference to external manufacturer bulletin","Simple compliance deadline (before next use after fixed date)","No nested conditions, exceptions, or cross-references to other legislation beyond noting related FAA directive","Clear cause-and-effect background explanation"],"plain_english_summary":"This safety order requires a one-time inspection of the rescue hoist mounting bracket on Agusta A109 helicopters fitted with a Breeze Eastern BL-16600 series hoist (excluding BL-16600-160), following manufacturer bulletin CAB-100-56. It’s mandatory: operators must not use the hoist after 6 November 2002 until inspected. The action responds to reported bracket cracks that could allow the hoist to detach, posing serious risk to rescue operations and people below."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/ad-a109-32-rescue-hoist","history":"/api/acts/ad-a109-32-rescue-hoist/history","analysis":"/api/acts/ad-a109-32-rescue-hoist/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/ad-a109-32-rescue-hoist/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/ad-a109-32-rescue-hoist/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/ad-a109-32-rescue-hoist/documents"}}