AD 2005-10-09

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Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Series Airplanes

AD Number
2005-10-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
propeller
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2005-20596
FR Citation
70 FR 28184

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Saab SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Separation of a windshield wiper blade from the wiper arm, which could lead to separation of a wiper arm from the airplane, potentially causing damage to the fuselage skin and propeller.

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Required Actions

Perform a detailed inspection of the left and right wiper arm assemblies for damage, following Saab Service Bulletin 340-30-088. If discrepancies are found, take corrective actions as specified in the bulletin. Repeat inspections at intervals not exceeding 800 flight hours.

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Compliance Time

Within 6 months after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B series airplanes, as identified in Saab Service Bulletin 340-30-088, dated October 7, 2003.

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