AD 2016-25-17
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Saab | AB | Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics (Formerly Known as Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems) Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Ruptured in-line heater attachment causing water leakage at the inlet tubing for the in-line heater, which froze on the rudder control mechanism, resulting in rudder pedal restriction. Analysis indicates that the pitch control mechanism may also be frozen, preventing disconnection and normal pitch control.
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Required Actions
Install shrinkable tubes on the water piping of the basic potable water system (BPWS) to prevent water spray in case of a failed pipe or coupling during water filling on the ground.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics Model SAAB 2000 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers 017, 019 through 021 inclusive, 027 through 028 inclusive, 030, 034, 040, 050, and 052.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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