AD 2008-26-08

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B Airplanes

AD Number
2008-26-08
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2008-1044
FR Citation
73 FR 78956

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Saab AB Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B Airplanes
aircraft Aviat Various Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Several landing gear emergency extension valves have been found seized due to lack of internal lubrication. This condition, if not corrected, could result in malfunctioning of the landing gear release during an operational emergency.

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Required Actions

Within 6 months after the effective date, perform a functional check of the landing gear emergency extension valve in accordance with SAAB Service Bulletin 340-32-136. Repeat the functional check every 24 months. If any discrepancy is found, repair using a method approved by the FAA or EASA before further flight.

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Compliance Time

Within 6 months after the effective date

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Affected Aircraft

Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.

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