AD 2003-06-05

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Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A Series Airplanes

AD Number
2003-06-05
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-NM-420-AD
FR Citation
68 FR 14533

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Saab SAAB SF340A Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Incorrect brush insulation in the motors of the air recirculation fans can cause smoke or a burning smell in the cabin during flight.

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Required Actions

Modify the structure of the air recirculation fan support. Replace the air recirculation fans with two upgraded fans or two new fans with brushless motors.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight.

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Affected Aircraft

Saab Model SAAB SF340A series airplanes.

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