AD 96-19-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems | SAAB 2000 | Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB 2000 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Condensational water may collect in the stabilizer de-icing system tube, freeze in low temperatures, and prevent air from moving through the tube, resulting in the stabilizer de-icing boots not inflating fully.
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Required Actions
Conduct a visual inspection of the stabilizer de-icing boots within 10 days after the effective date to check for full inflation. Repeat inspections after each flight until the modification is done. Modify the de-icing tube by drilling a hole within 30 days after the effective date.
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Compliance Time
Within 10 days after the effective date of this AD for the initial inspection, and repeat after each flight until modification. The modification must be done within 30 days after the effective date.
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Affected Aircraft
Model SAAB 2000 series airplanes having serial numbers 004 through 030, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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