AD 2001-07-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Saab | SAAB 2000 | Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB 2000 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking in the rear wing spar fastener holes, which could result in fuel leakage and reduced structural integrity of the wings.
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Required Actions
Inspect the 34 fastener holes in each rear wing spar using nondestructive test inspections to detect discrepancies such as cracking, scratches, or incorrect hole size. Cold work the fastener holes to increase fatigue life of the rear spar web. Repair any discrepancies found prior to further flight using an approved method.
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Compliance Time
Prior to the accumulation of 13,000 total flight cycles.
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Affected Aircraft
Saab Model SAAB 2000 series airplanes, serial numbers -003 through -063 inclusive, certificated in any category.
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