AD Amdt-39-10052

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Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB 340B and SAAB 2000 Series Airplanes

AD Number
Amdt-39-10052
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 97-NM-76-AD
FR Citation
62 FR 33545

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Saab SAAB 340B and SAAB 2000 Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB 340B and SAAB 2000 Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Loose back covers on lampholders and incorrect installation of fluorescent lamps have led to electrical arcing between fluorescent tube pins and lampholders, resulting in charring or melting of affected areas.

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Required Actions

Inspect cabin fluorescent lamps for correct installation and correct discrepancies. Inspect lampholders for discrepancies and ensure back cover security; replace discrepant lampholders. Install retaining clips on certain Page Aerospace lampholders. Reinspect lamps after replacements or reinstallation to ensure correct installation and correct discrepancies.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Saab Model SAAB 340B and SAAB 2000 series airplanes with the specified fluorescent lamps, lampholders, and installations as described in the AD.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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