{"id":"F2006B10771","name":"AD/IAI-A/14 - Starter Generator Electrical Cables","slug":"ad-iai-a-14-starter-generator-electrical-cables","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":56222,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2006B10771-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE","sectionType":"part","heading":"AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE","content":"# ![](image.001.png)  \nAIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE\n\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\n![](image.001.png)\n\nIsrael Aircraft Industries 1125 (Astra) Series Aeroplanes","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"AD/IAI-A/14 Starter Generator Electrical","sectionType":"part","heading":"AD/IAI-A/14 Starter Generator Electrical Cables 10/2002","content":"# AD/IAI-A/14 Starter Generator Electrical Cables 10/2002\n\nApplicability: Models 1125 Astra and Astra SPX aeroplanes with serial numbers 004 to 141 inclusive.\n\nRequirement: 1. Visually inspect and carry out electrical checks of the right and left starter generator electrical cables in accordance with Part A of Gulfstream Service Bulletin (SB) 100-54-252 dated 24 April 2002.\n\n    2. If, during the Requirement 1 inspection and electrical check, damage to the cable(s) is not found, replace the cables support(s) in accordance with Part B of SB 100-54-252.\n    3. If, during the Requirement 1 inspection and electrical check, damage to the cable(s) is found, replace the cable support(s) and electrical cable(s) in accordance with Part C of SB 100-54-252.\n\nNote: Israel CAA AD 54-02-06-12 refers.\n\nCompliance: For Requirement 1 \\- Within 250 hours time in service after the effective date of this Directive.\n\nFor Requirement 2 \\- At the next engine removal.\n\nFor Requirement 3 \\- Prior to the next flight following the Requirement 1 inspection/check.\n\nThis Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 3 October 2002.","sortOrder":1}],"analysis":{"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 standard single-issue airworthiness directive focused on a specific technical defect in specific aircraft. It has not expanded beyond its original purpose of addressing unsafe starter generator electrical cables."},"complexity_factors":["Very short document (under 300 words)","Only 3 defined requirements with clear conditional logic (if/then structure)","Single cross-reference to an external technical document (Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-54-252)","No nested definitions or interpretation sections","Simple applicability criteria (specific aircraft models and serial number range)","Clear compliance deadlines tied to flight hours or maintenance events"],"plain_english_summary":"This CASA safety order affects Israel Aircraft Industries 1125 Astra and Astra SPX business jets (S/N 004–141). It mandates visual and electrical inspection of the left and right starter‑generator cables within 250 flight hours per the Gulfstream service bulletin, because cable damage risks electrical failure or fire. If damage is found, operators must replace both cables and supports before flight; if not, supports must be replaced at the next engine removal. Compliance is mandatory."},"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":4,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"Scope remains targeted to correcting the identified unsafe condition on IAI 1125 Astra/Astra SPX aeroplanes serials 004–141. The AD confines obligations to inspecting and replacing starter-generator cable supports or cables per the referenced service bulletin and sets explicit compliance times; there is no indication in the text that the scope has been broadened or narrowed from that stated intent."},"complexity_factors":["Dependency on an external document: actions must follow Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-54-252 (Parts A–C).","Applicability limited to specific models and a tight serial-number range (004–141), requiring operator verification of serial numbers.","Conditional workflow: different mandatory follow-ups depending on whether damage is found during inspection.","Mixed compliance timings: an initial 250-hour window, an immediate pre-flight requirement if damage is found, and a less-urgent next-engine-removal timing if no damage is found.","Technical requirements: both visual inspection and electrical checks are mandated, requiring qualified personnel and test equipment.","Cross-reference to a foreign regulator’s AD (Israel CAA AD 54-02-06-12) which may require operators to reconcile guidance across documents."],"plain_english_summary":"Requires operators of Israel Aircraft Industries 1125 (Astra and Astra SPX) aeroplanes, serial numbers 004–141, to inspect and electrically test the left and right starter-generator cables and to replace cable supports or cables in line with Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-54-252. The directive is issued to correct an identified unsafe condition (see Israel CAA AD 54-02-06-12). Operators pay for inspections and any replacements; the AD prescribes specific timing: an initial inspection within 250 flight hours, replacement at the next engine removal if no damage, or before the next flight if damage is found."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/ad-iai-a-14-starter-generator-electrical-cables","history":"/api/acts/ad-iai-a-14-starter-generator-electrical-cables/history","analysis":"/api/acts/ad-iai-a-14-starter-generator-electrical-cables/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/ad-iai-a-14-starter-generator-electrical-cables/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/ad-iai-a-14-starter-generator-electrical-cables/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/ad-iai-a-14-starter-generator-electrical-cables/documents"}}