AD 98-08-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems | SAAB 340B | Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems | 340A (SAAB SF340A) | Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the flight idle stop override mechanism and inability of the power levers to be moved below the flight idle position after touchdown, resulting in increased braking distance for landings that require the override mechanism.
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Required Actions
Perform a one-time inspection of the flight idle stop override mechanism per Saab Service Bulletin 340-76-041 or Revision 01. Replace the control quadrant with a new or serviceable one if discrepancies are found, prior to further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Saab Model SAAB SF340A series airplanes, serial numbers -004 through -159 inclusive; and SAAB 340B series airplanes, serial numbers -160 through -379 inclusive.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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