AD Amdt-39-12143
Unsafe Condition
Propeller blade cracks across the camber face, which if not detected, could result in propeller blade separation and possible aircraft loss of control.
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Required Actions
Perform initial and repetitive visual inspections of propeller blades for cracks across the camber face in accordance with Dowty Aerospace Propellers Service Bulletin S2000-61-75, Revision 4. Initially, conduct a visual inspection within 50 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD. Thereafter, inspect at intervals not to exceed 600 hours time-in-service since last inspection. Replace cracked propeller blades prior to further flight with serviceable blades.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Dowty Aerospace Propellers Model R381/6-123-F/5 propellers, installed on but not limited to SAAB 2000 series airplanes.
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