Load SWF file from AIR library module.

Hi,
I am writing a testing agent (record and playback agent) for Flex applications.
Here, I am required to load a SWF object (in a new window) from a AIR module library.
And then I need a handle to the newly opened SWF so that I can perform testing operations on it.
How can I accomplish this. Any links or sample code is welcome.
Thanks,
Pradeep.

10.0.1 is very old, we're on 11.2 now. Do you know about when this started breaking for you? I'd suggest two things. First, you might want to post over on the Flash Pro forums as there's a larger developer audience there and someone might have a quick answer for you. Next, you might want to open a new bug at bugbase.adobe.com. Please include detailed steps to reproduce, along with a link to your site and / or sample code so we can test this internally.

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