AD 2009-17-02

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

AD Number
2009-17-02
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2009-0447
FR Citation
74 FR 41603

Applicability

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

Unsafe Condition

An electrical malfunction in the illuminated placard of the refuel and defuel panel, which could result in fire.

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Required Actions

Inspect the illuminated placard of the refuel and defuel panel for signs of heat and burn marks within 3 months after the effective date. If heat or burn marks are found, replace the placard before further flight. If no signs are found, replace the placard within 12 months after the inspection. All actions must follow Saab Service Bulletin 340-28-027, Revision 01.

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Compliance Time

Within 3 months after the effective date for inspection; before further flight if heat or burn marks are found; within 12 months after inspection if no signs are found.

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Affected Aircraft

Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems Model SAAB 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B airplanes; all serial numbers.

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