# Proposed AD FAA-2005-21341: Saab Model SAAB 2000 Series Airplanes

- Type: Proposed airworthiness directive (not in force)
- Status: Became AD 2005-17-10
- Products: SAAB
- Product type: Aircraft
- Action: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
- Published: June 3, 2005, 70 FR 32540
- Comments due: July 5, 2005
- Became: [AD 2005-17-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-17-10)
- Docket: FAA-2005-21341 (https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FAA-2005-21341, where comments are filed)
- Project: 2003-NM-026-AD
- FR document: 05-11060
- Official PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/e8/07/e807aecd358a2cb82c410fda0da7c07a23ec5f14736b9ca539bc6d800cf804f5 (from https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2005-06-03/pdf/05-11060.pdf)
- Federal Register: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2005/06/03/05-11060/airworthiness-directives-saab-model-saab-2000-series-airplanes
- FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4356704A4B779B5586257015005C9C04.0001
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/proposed/FAA-2005-21341

## Summary

The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Saab Model SAAB 2000 series airplanes. This proposed AD would require inspection for cracking of the fastener holes in the front and rear spar, modification of the fastener holes of the front and rear spars and the rear spar web, and related investigative/ corrective actions if necessary. This proposed AD is prompted by a report of cracking of certain fastener holes in the lower spar cap of the rear spar and in the lower skin at the front spar. We are proposing this AD to prevent cracking of the front and rear spar, which could result in fuel leakage and consequent reduced structural integrity of the wing structure.

## Notices in this docket

- Jun 3, 2005: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). (first notice), FR document 05-11060, comments due Jul 5, 2005 (https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2005/06/03/05-11060/airworthiness-directives-saab-model-saab-2000-series-airplanes)

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