AD 2016-13-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Saab AB | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics (Type Certificate Previously Held by Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems) Airplanes |
| aircraft | Saab | AB | Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics (Type Certificate Previously Held by Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems) Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Ruptured horizontal stabilizer de-icing boots, which can lead to complete loss of de-icing function, severe vibrations, and possible reduced control of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Revise the applicable airplane flight manual (AFM), perform repetitive inspections of the horizontal stabilizer de-icing boots, and take applicable corrective actions as necessary.
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Compliance Time
Within 400 flight hours after the effective date of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B airplanes.
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