{"id":"F2006B09931","name":"AD/FA-200/19 Amdt 2 - Rudder Pedal System","slug":"ad-fa-200-19-amdt-2-rudder-pedal-system","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":55170,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2006B09931-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"AD/FA-200/19 Amdt 2 - Rudder Pedal System","content":"COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 \\- 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY\n\nSCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES\n\n![](image.001.png)  \nFuji FA-200 Series Aeroplanes\n\nAD/FA-200/19\n\nAmdt 2\n\n  \nRudder Pedal System 11/89\n\nApplicability: All models FA-200 with S/Nos. 12 to 297. Requirement: Action in accordance with FHI SB No. 200-002 Rev C.\n\nNote: JCAB AD TCD-1455A-1-89 refers.\n\nCompliance: Within 50 hours time in service after 3 December 1984 or prior to the first flight during which aerobatics are to be performed, whichever is earlier. Thereafter at:\n\n    each inspection for Maintenance Release issue, or\n\n    b. periods not to exceed 1000 hours time in service if Technical Bulletin 200-22 is embodied.\n\nBackground: Overtravel of the rudder pedals and incorrect rudder control system operation has been experienced. Amendment 2 introduces a relieving modification to extend the inspection periodicity to 1000 hours.","sortOrder":0}],"analysis":{"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":true,"description":"Amendment 2 changed the ongoing inspection regime by introducing a relieving modification. Originally the AD required inspections at each Maintenance Release inspection after the initial compliance window; Amendment 2 allows operators who embody Technical Bulletin 200-22 to instead comply at periods not to exceed 1,000 hours time in service, thereby expanding the option available to operators (Compliance; Background)."},"complexity_factors":["Narrow applicability limited to Fuji FA-200 S/Ns 12–297 (straightforward scope).","Single prescriptive compliance action referencing a manufacturer's Service Bulletin (reduces legal drafting complexity but introduces technical dependence).","Two-tier compliance schedule: immediate 50‑hour/aerobatic threshold and ongoing inspections with an alternative 1,000‑hour interval if modification embodied (adds conditionality).","Reference to an additional Technical Bulletin (200-22) whose embodiment changes inspection periodicity (requires cross-referencing external technical documents).","Limited number of obligations and no new enforcement regimes or fees specified (keeps administrative complexity low)."],"plain_english_summary":"This AD requires owners/operators of Fuji FA‑200 aeroplanes (S/N 12–297) to follow Fuji Heavy Industries Service Bulletin No. 200‑002 Rev C to inspect/rectify the rudder pedal/control system to prevent reported pedal overtravel and incorrect rudder operation.  \n\nCompliance is due within 50 flight hours or before any aerobatic use, then at every Maintenance Release inspection (or every 1,000 hours if Technical Bulletin 200‑22 is embodied); operators bear the inspection, modification and repair costs."},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This is a narrow, technical airworthiness directive focused on a specific mechanical defect in a specific aircraft type. Amendment 2 represents a refinement of the original directive (introducing an extended compliance interval for modified aircraft), not an expansion beyond the original safety purpose."},"complexity_factors":["Single, specific aircraft type and serial number range","Clear, single requirement referencing external manufacturer document","Simple conditional compliance structure (two alternative ongoing intervals)","No defined terms section","No cross-references to other legislation beyond a related Japanese authority document","Background explanation provided in plain language"],"plain_english_summary":"This is an **Airworthiness Directive** — a mandatory safety order issued by Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) that requires owners and operators of specific aircraft to take corrective action.\n\n**What it does:**\n- Requires inspection and modification of the **rudder pedal system** on **Fuji FA-200 series aeroplanes** (serial numbers 12 to 297)\n- Addresses a safety problem where the rudder pedals could move too far (\"overtravel\") and cause the rudder control system to malfunction\n\n**Who must comply:**\n- Owners and operators of affected Fuji FA-200 aircraft\n\n**What must be done:**\n- Follow the manufacturer's service bulletin (FHI SB No. 200-002 Rev C) to inspect and fix the rudder pedal system\n- First compliance: Within 50 flight hours after 3 December 1984, or before any aerobatic flight — whichever comes first\n- Ongoing compliance: Either at every scheduled maintenance check, **or** every 1,000 flight hours if a specific technical modification (Technical Bulletin 200-22) has been installed\n\n**Why it matters:**\nRudder control is essential for safe flight. Overtravel of the pedals could lead to loss of directional control, particularly dangerous during aerobatics. This amendment (Amendment 2) provides relief to operators who have installed a specific modification, allowing them to extend the inspection interval from every maintenance check to every 1,000 hours — reducing maintenance burden while maintaining safety."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/ad-fa-200-19-amdt-2-rudder-pedal-system","history":"/api/acts/ad-fa-200-19-amdt-2-rudder-pedal-system/history","analysis":"/api/acts/ad-fa-200-19-amdt-2-rudder-pedal-system/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/ad-fa-200-19-amdt-2-rudder-pedal-system/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/ad-fa-200-19-amdt-2-rudder-pedal-system/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/ad-fa-200-19-amdt-2-rudder-pedal-system/documents"}}