Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment
Superseded. Comply with 2026-0005, which replaces this document.
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2017-0033
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What to do
Operators must replace components before exceeding life limits and perform all maintenance tasks within specified intervals as detailed in ALM Revision 2 starting from 27 February 2024. They must revise their approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months of the effective date to incorporate the new limitations and tasks. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected within specified compliance times or before the next flight if no time is given.
Summary
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.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0042 supersedes the previous AD 2017-0033 and introduces the SAAB SF340A and 340B ALM Revision 2. This revision contains new and/or more restrictive maintenance tasks and reduced thresholds or intervals compared to the previous ALM revision. Operators must now comply with these updated maintenance instructions to maintain airworthiness.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams as it mandates updated maintenance tasks and life limits that are essential for safe operation of SAAB SF340A and 340B aircraft. Failure to comply could lead to unsafe conditions and regulatory non-compliance. It ensures that maintenance programs reflect the latest safety standards approved by EASA.
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