AD 98-20-15

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Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB 340B Series Airplanes

AD Number
98-20-15
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
98-NM-176-AD
FR Citation
Federal Register: September 22, 1998 (Volume 63, Number 183)

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems SAAB 340B Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB 340B Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

A short circuit caused by fluid leakage could result in inability to retract the landing gear or require the use of emergency extension.

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Required Actions

Within 400 flight hours after the effective date, inspect for moisture or contamination on wiring harnesses above relay consoles 305VU and 306VU, electrical relay 15GA, and its socket; clean or take corrective actions if found. Inspect for electrical damage (arcing, discoloration, or charring) on relay 15GA and socket, replace if detected. Replace existing nut plates on cockpit floor with new improved parts.

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Compliance Time

Within 400 flight hours after the effective date of this AD

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Affected Aircraft

Model SAAB 340B series airplanes, manufacturer serial numbers 380 through 499 inclusive

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