{"id":"F2006B09826","name":"AD/F406/10 - Fuel Boost Pump Wiring","slug":"ad-f406-10-fuel-boost-pump-wiring","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":54794,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2006B09826-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE","sectionType":"part","heading":"AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE","content":"# ![](image.002.png)![](image.001.png)AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE\n\n![](image.002.png)For 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\nReims Aviation F406 Series Aeroplanes","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"AD/F406/10 Fuel Boost Pump Wiring 8/2002","sectionType":"part","heading":"AD/F406/10 Fuel Boost Pump Wiring 8/2002 DM","content":"# AD/F406/10 Fuel Boost Pump Wiring 8/2002 DM\n\nApplicability: Model F406 aeroplanes, Serial Numbers F406-0001 up to and including F406-0089.\n\nRequirement: 1. Inspect the wire harness and fuel boost pump lead wires for chafing or damage in accordance with Reims/Cessna Service Bulletin (SB) CAB02-8 dated 3 June 2002.\n\n    2. If, during the Requirement 1 inspection, any wire harness is found chafed or damaged beyond the limits specified in SB CAB02-8, replace the harness in accordance with SB CAB02-8.\n    3. If, during the Requirement 1 inspection, the fuel boost pump lead wires are found chafed or damaged beyond the limits specified in SB CAB02-8, replace the fuel boost pump in accordance with SB CAB02-8.\n    4. If, during the initial or first Requirement 1 inspection, damage or chaffing is either not detected or is below the limits specified in SB CAB02, install spiral wrap protection and change the routing in accordance with SB CAB02-8.\n\nNote: DGAC AD 2002-325(A) refers.\n\nCompliance: For Requirement 1 - Within 25 hours time in service (TIS) or 60 days, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this Directive, and thereafter every 600 hours TIS.\n\nFor Requirements 2 and 3 \\- Before further flight after the Requirement 1 inspection.\n\nFor Requirement 4 \\- Before further flight after the initial or first Requirement 1 inspection.\n\nThis Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 6 July 2002.","sortOrder":1}],"analysis":{"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"Unauthenticated. Configure AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY or use a provider module. Learn more: https://ai-sdk.dev/unauthenticated-ai-gateway","source":"analysis-cron"},"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"Scope is confined to Model F406 aeroplanes with serial numbers F406-0001 through F406-0089 and to actions listed (inspect, replace harness or pump if beyond SB limits, install spiral wrap/reroute). The directive applies the stated measures to that defined population; the text does not alter or expand that original limited scope."},"complexity_factors":["Narrow applicability to specific airframe serial numbers (Applicability).","Technical inspection and repair standards are externalised to Reims/Cessna Service Bulletin CAB02-8 (Requirement 1).","Short initial compliance window (25 hours TIS or 60 days) plus recurring inspections every 600 hours TIS creates operational scheduling needs (Compliance).","Immediate operational constraint: repairs or replacements must be completed before further flight if defects exceed limits (Requirements 2, 3, 4).","Dual outcomes from an inspection: either immediate corrective action or a mandated protective modification (spiral wrap and rerouting) depending on findings (Requirement 4).","Reference to another authority's AD (DGAC AD 2002-325(A)) creates cross-jurisdictional conformity considerations (Note).","Legal basis set by CASA delegate under subregulation 39.1(1) of CAR 1998 (preamble) — limited administrative discretion in issuing the directive but reliance on the SB for technical detail."],"plain_english_summary":"This Airworthiness Directive requires operators of Reims/Cessna F406 aeroplanes (serials F406-0001 to F406-0089) to inspect fuel boost pump wiring and harnesses, repair or replace any wiring or pump found beyond the limits in Reims/Cessna Service Bulletin CAB02-8, and fit spiral wrap and reroute wiring where initial wear is below limits. It sets fixed inspection intervals and before-flight repair requirements to manage wiring chafing risk."},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This is a targeted safety directive addressing a specific wiring defect in a specific aircraft model. It has not expanded beyond its original purpose of mandating inspection and repair of fuel boost pump wiring."},"complexity_factors":["Single, specific aircraft model and limited serial number range (F406-0001 to F406-0089)","Only 4 numbered requirements with clear conditional logic (if-then structure)","References only one external technical document (Service Bulletin CAB02-8)","No defined terms section — uses plain technical language","Simple compliance timeline with only two variables (hours vs days)","No cross-references to other legislation beyond a single note about a French aviation directive"],"plain_english_summary":"This CASA safety order targets Reims Aviation F406 aircraft (serials 0001–0089) after chafing was found on fuel boost pump wiring that could lead to pump failure, fire, or fuel starvation. Affected owners/operators must inspect the wiring within 25 flight hours or 60 days, repeat inspections periodically, replace damaged harnesses or pumps, and fit protective wrapping/reroute intact wiring. The directive makes these corrective actions mandatory to address a serious flight-safety hazard."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/ad-f406-10-fuel-boost-pump-wiring","history":"/api/acts/ad-f406-10-fuel-boost-pump-wiring/history","analysis":"/api/acts/ad-f406-10-fuel-boost-pump-wiring/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/ad-f406-10-fuel-boost-pump-wiring/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/ad-f406-10-fuel-boost-pump-wiring/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/ad-f406-10-fuel-boost-pump-wiring/documents"}}