EASA Regulations for Saab Ab 340

9 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Saab Ab 340.

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EASA AD 2026-0139

Jul 14, 2026

Air Conditioning – Air Distribution / Air Recirculation Fans – Inspection(s)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0139 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for air distribution and air recirculation fans installed on SAAB SF340A and 340B aeroplanes. It specifically targets recirculation fans with part numbers EVCTA465, EVCTA465A, and EVCTA465B due to potential electrical arcing issues. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Saab Ab 340
  • SAAB SF340A
  • SAAB SF340B

EASA AD 2026-0005

Jan 13, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0005 is an amendment concerning the time limits and maintenance checks specified in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for SAAB SF340A and 340B aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated SAAB SF340A and 340B Airworthiness Limitation Manual Revision 3 to ensure continued airworthiness. This directive applies to all serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Saab Ab 340

EASA AD 2023-0073R2

Nov 26, 2025

Electrical Power — DC Starter Generator — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0073R2 is an updated regulation addressing inspection requirements for DC starter generators installed on SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B aeroplanes. It targets affected DC starter generators with Part Number 23080-031 Mod M and brushes Part Number 23080-2017 manufactured between 2021 and November 2023. The directive mandates inspections to detect excessive brush wear that could lead to starter generator failure and loss of electrical power.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Saab Ab 340

EASA AD 2024-0042

Feb 13, 2024

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0042 is issued for all SAAB SF340A and 340B aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated Airworthiness Limitation Manual (ALM) Revision 2, which includes new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by updating maintenance requirements for these aircraft models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Saab Ab 340
  • SAAB SF340A
  • SAAB SF340B

EASA AD 2022-0216R1

Feb 2, 2023

[Correction] Flight Controls — Stall Warning / Identification System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0216R1 is a regulatory update addressing the stall warning and identification system modification for SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B aeroplanes, excluding those with SAAB modification 2650. The directive mandates changes to the stall warning system to incorporate an ice speed cancel logic to prevent inappropriate stall warnings during landing. This AD applies to all serial numbers except those specifically exempted.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Saab Ab 340
  • SAAB SF340A
  • SAAB 340B

EASA AD 2021-0273

Dec 8, 2021

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Torque Arm Centre Pin — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0273 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B aeroplanes equipped with specific Main Landing Gear torque arm centre pins. The directive addresses the replacement of torque arm centre pins with part number AIR134762 from certain batches that may lack required stress relief and de-embrittlement treatments. This AD ensures continued safe operation by mandating the replacement of these pins to prevent potential landing gear failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Saab Ab 340
  • SAAB SF340A
  • SAAB 340B

EASA AD 2021-0058

Mar 1, 2021

Lights — Emergency Cabin Lighting Circuit Breaker 2LN — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0058 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting SAAB 340B aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 342 and 359 to 459 inclusive. The directive addresses the emergency cabin lighting circuit breaker 2LN, requiring replacement of the existing 5A rated circuit breaker with a 7.5A rated unit to ensure proper emergency lighting functionality.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Saab Ab 340
  • SAAB 340B

EASA AD 2020-0149

Jul 7, 2020

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Door Attachment Bolts — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0149 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of nose landing gear door attachment bolts on Saab-Fairchild SF340A, SAAB 340B, and SAAB 2000 aeroplanes. The directive targets bolts with part number 7232203-041, identified by specific tracking and work order numbers, which may be affected by hydrogen embrittlement. This AD mandates the replacement of these bolts to ensure continued safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Saab Ab 2000
  • Saab Ab 340
  • Saab-Fairchild SF340A
  • Saab 340B
  • Saab 2000