What We Do
The section fulfils two main (yet entirely separate) roles related to structures and aero-mechanical systems for all Defence aircraft in support of the wider Defence aviation community:
1. Conduct independent Authority assurance functions in support of Initial, Continued and Continuing Airworthiness activities:
- Prescribe and interpret relevant elements of policy, regulation, design standards and requirements (and promotion thereof);
- Provide technology specialist safety assurance services internal to DASA (for products, processes, oversight and enforcement);
- Analysis and inspection of Compliance Demonstration Evidence;
- Provision or in support of Authority authorisations and products; and
- Review of reportable occurrences and management thereof, including the issue of Airworthiness Directives (if required).
2. In capacity as a Defence Centre of Expertise (CoE); Assist the Aviation Safety Community by supporting Commanders in their requirement to ensure structurally-airworthy platforms:
- Provide specialist technical analysis and advice;
- Where appropriate and when agreed, task coordination and management of Structural Integrity activities on behalf of the Defence Aviation Safety Community.
ADF Wear Debris Analysis (WDA)
The PSI Section also coordinates WDA activities for ADF platforms in collaboration with DSTG’s WDA laboratory. More information can be found here.
ADF PSI Symposium
The PSI Section are responsible for coordinating the ADF Propulsion System Integrity Symposium (APSS). The ADF Propulsion Systems Symposium (APSS) is the only dedicated forum for military propulsion systems in Australasia. It provides an excellent opportunity for organisations and personnel in the ADF propulsion systems community to network and share their knowledge and experience.
The APSS is open to all personnel involved in the acquisition and in-service management of ADF fixed and rotary-wing propulsion systems. Attendance at the APPS include representatives from foreign militaries, science and technology organisations, universities, industry, and aviation authorities.
For further information on the APSS, including upcoming dates and registration details, please visit the Event Page.
Propulsion System Engineering Course (PROPSYSENG)
The course is aimed at engineers involved in ADF and civil processes for certifying new propulsion systems, or for those personnel who are managing in-service propulsion systems.
The course runs for 4 days at TAE Aerospace's facility in Bundamba, QLD and RAAF Base Amberley. Attendance is free for ADF personnel and Australian Public Service (APS) employees and at a cost for industry participants.
Further information on the course is available here.
Support
If you have questions about this topic please contact dasadaveng.submission@defence.gov.au.
For DASR queries please submit a DASR Query Form.