AD Amdt-39-11042

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Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Series Airplanes

AD Number
Amdt-39-11042
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 97-NM-236-AD
FR Citation
64 FR 8227

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Saab SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Series Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Fatigue cracking of the support straps of the flaps, which could result in further damage to the flap structure and reduced controllability of the airplane.

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Required Actions

Inspect the support straps of the flaps and adjacent areas to detect discrepancies. Replace the support straps with new straps made of steel if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight.

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Affected Aircraft

Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B series airplanes.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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