AD 2016-12-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Saab | AB | Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics (Formerly Known as Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems) |
Unsafe Condition
Water leakage at the inlet tubing of an in-line heater in the lower part of the forward fuselage can result in water spraying, leading to frozen components such as the rudder control mechanism and pitch control mechanism, which could restrict rudder pedal movement and prevent normal pitch control.
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Required Actions
Inspect the in-line heater for correct brazing and take corrective action if needed. Install a shrinkable tube on the water line and a spray shield on the in-line heater.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months of the effective date (July 20, 2016)
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Affected Aircraft
Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics Model SAAB 2000 airplanes.
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