59Imposition of statutory lien

59 Imposition of statutory lien

(1) If: (a) a service charge in respect of an aircraft is not paid in full by the due date for payment; and (b) any part of the charge, or any part of late payment penalty on the charge, remains unpaid; an authorised employee may direct the Registrar to make an entry in the Register in the manner prescribed by the regulations. (2) When the entry is made, a statutory lien on the aircraft vests in AA. (3) The lien covers the following: (a) the service charge or penalty; (b) any penalty that becomes payable in respect of the service charge after the entry is made; (c) any further outstanding amounts in respect of the aircraft.