Airworthiness Directives; Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2004-06-24 · Effective 2004-07-29 · 69 FR 35235
Document
Document number
04-12820
Federal Register citation
69 FR 35235
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B Series
Publication date
2004-06-24
Effective date
2004-07-29
FAA docket
Docket No. 2003-NM-17-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Saab Model SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B series airplanes, that requires inspection of the main landing gear's (MLG) separation bolt harness, corrective actions if necessary, and replacement of the MLG's separation bolt harness. For certain airplanes, this AD also requires modification of the MLG separation bolt's electrical harness. This action is necessary to prevent failure of the MLG to extend during use of the emergency backup system. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.