AD 2009-10-13 Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B Airplanes

Models named: SAAB 340B. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) airplanes, serial numbers (S/Ns) 004 through 159 inclusive, and Model SAAB 340B airplanes, S/Ns 160 through 459 inclusive; certificated in any category.

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 1,000 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, do a detailed inspection for cracking, deformation, or wear damage of the frame and closing angle on the forward engine cowl door, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008. (2) If any crack, deformation, or wear damage is found during the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008. (3) Submit a report of the findings of the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD to Saab at the address specified in Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008. Submit the report at the applicable time specified in paragraph (f)(3)(i) or (f)(3)(ii) of this AD. The report must include the information specified in the “Inspection Result Formula” form in the service bulletin. (i) If the inspection was done after the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the inspection. (ii) If the inspection was accomplished before the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the effective date of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1112; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness Directive 2008-0069, dated April 11, 2008; and Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Saab Aircraft AB, SAAB Aerosystems, SE-581 88, Linköping, Sweden; telephone +46 13 18 5591; fax +46 13 18 4874; e-mail saab2000.techsupport@saabgroup.com ; Internet http://www.saabgroup.com . (3) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221 or 425-227-1152. (4) You may also review copies of the service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html . Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 6, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-11279 Filed 5-19-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 1,000 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, do a detailed inspection for cracking, deformation, or wear damage of the frame and closing angle on the forward engine cowl door, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008. (2) If any crack, deformation, or wear damage is found during the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008. (3) Submit a report of the findings of the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD to Saab at the address specified in Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008. Submit the report at the applicable time specified in paragraph (f)(3)(i) or (f)(3)(ii) of this AD. The report must include the information specified in the “Inspection Result Formula” form in the service bulletin. (i) If the inspection was done after the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the inspection. (ii) If the inspection was accomplished before the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the effective date of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1112; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness Directive 2008-0069, dated April 11, 2008; and Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Saab Service Bulletin 340-71-060, dated February 8, 2008, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Saab Aircraft AB, SAAB Aerosystems, SE-581 88, Linköping, Sweden; telephone +46 13 18 5591; fax +46 13 18 4874; e-mail saab2000.techsupport@saabgroup.com ; Internet http://www.saabgroup.com . (3) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221 or 425-227-1152. (4) You may also review copies of the service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html . Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 6, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-11279 Filed 5-19-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P