AD 86-06-03 R1
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems | 340A (SAAB SF340A) | Airworthiness Directives; SAAB-FAIRCHILD Model SF-340A Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Uncommanded pitch excursions due to flap extension beyond 20 degrees.
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Required Actions
Incorporate a limitation in the airplane flight manual prohibiting more than 20 degrees flap extension, install a mechanical stop on the flap handle to limit extension to 20 degrees within 21 days, and consider alternate means of compliance approved by the FAA.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 7 days after the effective date of this AD for the flight manual change, and within the next 21 days after the effective date for the mechanical stop installation.
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Affected Aircraft
Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems Model SF-340A series airplanes, serial numbers 003 through 048, inclusive.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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