# N179CA: 1990 Embraer EMB-120ER

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Embraer EMB-120ER](https://openairdocs.org/model/embraer-emb-120er) (registry code 3260203, 32 seats)
- Engine: [Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118](https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pw118) (registry code 52116)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A31SO](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A31SO) (Embraer S.A.), [TCDS E20NE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E20NE) (Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 120.179
- Year built: 1990
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Turbo-prop
- Airworthiness: Standard, transport
- Airworthiness date: September 28, 2000
- Certificate issued: November 14, 2007
- Expires: November 30, 2028
- Mode S code: A13ACF
- Registered owner: [Uas Transervices Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/UAS%20TRANSERVICES%20INC)
- Location: [Boca Raton, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Boca%20Raton)
- Owner type: Corporation
- Owner's area on the map: 26.3746° N, 80.1066° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 33431, within about 2 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=179CA
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N179CA

From the FAA registry file of October 24, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 61 in force

### Matched by airframe (Embraer EMB-120ER)

- [AD 2026-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-02): Navigation · Airbus Canada Limited Partnership 18, 49-46, 80-A and 555 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026
- [AD 2025-02-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-02-09): Fuselage · Embraer EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Mar 18, 2025
- [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023
- [AD 2017-10-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-10-04): Landing Gear · Embraer EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Jun 29, 2017
- [AD 2011-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-08-09): Fuel · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Aug 1, 2011
- [AD 2011-01-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-01-09): Oxygen · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 290 more. Effective Feb 9, 2011
- [AD 2010-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-19-04): Airborne Auxiliary Power · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Oct 27, 2010
- [AD 2008-04-18 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-04-18-R1): Fuel · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Nov 16, 2009
- [AD 2009-15-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-15-18): Fuel · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Sep 2, 2009
- [AD 2008-15-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-15-01): Elevator trim system · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Aug 21, 2008
- [AD 2007-26-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-26-21): EMB-120 wing section · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Feb 20, 2008
- [AD 2006-12-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-14): Shut-off and crossbleed valves of the bleed air system · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Jul 18, 2006
- [AD 2006-11-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-11-10): De-icing system ejector flow control valves · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Jun 30, 2006
- [AD 2006-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-10-09): Wiring harnesses · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Jun 20, 2006
- [AD 2006-07-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-07-18): Elevator control surface · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective May 12, 2006
- [AD 2006-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-02-02): Auxiliary power unit (APU) · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Feb 24, 2006
- [AD 2005-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-25-01): Electrical harnesses · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Jan 9, 2006
- [AD 2004-14-25](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-14-25): Lower rotating beacon to the airframe · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Aug 23, 2004
- [AD 2004-14-24](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-14-24): Rotary variable inductive transducers (RVITs) · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Aug 23, 2004
- [AD 2004-13-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-13-12): Airplane Flight Manual - propeller synchronizer switch · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Aug 6, 2004
- [AD 2004-13-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-13-13): Access door ramp of the fueling control panel · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Aug 3, 2004
- [AD 2004-12-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-12-18): Vertical Cargo Nets in Cargo-Configured Cabins · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Jul 27, 2004
- [AD 2004-12-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-12-12): Main landing gear (MLG) · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Jul 21, 2004
- [AD 2004-06-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-06-07): Pitot/static 1, 2 and auxiliary sensors · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Apr 29, 2004
- [AD 2004-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-01-04): Hydraulic tube assemblies · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Feb 13, 2004
- [AD 2003-15-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-15-05): Flight idle stop system circuit breaker · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Sep 4, 2003
- [AD 2003-12-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-12-12): Airplane Flight Manual - flight attendant's seat · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Jul 28, 2003
- [AD 2001-22-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-22-14): Fire Extinguishing System Bottle Cartridges · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 105 more. Effective Dec 10, 2001
- [AD 2001-20-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-20-17): Airplane Flight Manual-Ice Accretion · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Oct 22, 2001
- [AD 2001-15-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-15-17): Transponder Control Panels · Bombardier ATR42-200, ATR42-300, ATR42-320 and 30 more. Effective Aug 20, 2001
- [AD 2001-06-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-06-18): AFM Revisions - Limitations Section - Ice Protection System · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Apr 16, 2001
- [AD 2000-23-30](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-30): Elevator Control Cable · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Jan 2, 2001
- [AD 2000-23-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-09): Hydraulics · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Dec 20, 2000
- [AD 2000-22-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-22-12): Circuit Breakers · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Dec 12, 2000
- [AD 2000-22-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-22-08): Mass-Balance Weights of the Aileron · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Dec 11, 2000
- [AD 2000-19-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-19-07): Direct Current (DC) Relay Box · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Oct 31, 2000
- [AD 2000-19-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-19-10): Prevent Sudden Change In Pitch Attitude · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 1 more. Effective Oct 13, 2000
- [AD 99-19-28](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-19-28): Brake Assemblies Of Main Landing Gear · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Oct 20, 1999
- [AD 99-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-17-04): Aileron Control Cables And Nylon Grommets · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Sep 22, 1999
- [AD 99-02-18 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-02-18-R1): Titanium Thermal Insulating Blankets · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Mar 3, 1999
- [AD 98-15-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-15-22): Wing De-Ice Boot · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Aug 27, 1998
- [AD 98-13-29](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-13-29): AFM - Limitation Section - Power Levers · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Jul 29, 1998
- [AD 98-03-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-03-19): Prevent Generator Overload Conditions · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Mar 18, 1998
- [AD 97-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-05-02): Channel Fairings And Shims · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Apr 2, 1997
- [AD 97-02-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-02-21): Inspect Wing Skin For Fuel Leakage · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Mar 3, 1997
- [AD 96-25-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-25-12): Auxiliary Power Units · BAE Systems HS 748 Series 2A, HS 748 Series 2B, 707-100 Long Body and 74 more. Effective Jan 13, 1997
- [AD 95-26-15 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-26-15-R1): Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 159 more. Effective Dec 26, 1996
- [AD 96-09-24](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-24): AFM- Icing · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Jun 11, 1996
- [AD 95-25-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-25-11): AFM - Limitations Sections Propeller · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Dec 27, 1995
- [AD 95-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-22-01): Fluorescent Lighting System · Aerospace Lighting Fluorescent lighting systems, A310-203, A310-204 and 74 more. Effective Dec 4, 1995

### Matched by engine (Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118)

- [AD 2012-26-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-26-08): Propeller shafts · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW118B and 20 more. Effective Feb 15, 2013
- [AD 2006-19-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-19-06): Propeller shaft · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW118B and 14 more. Effective Sep 29, 2006
- [AD 2003-21-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-21-03): Low pressure rotor speed (NL) sensor · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW120, PW120A and 1 more. Effective Nov 20, 2003
- [AD 2003-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-16-04): Fuel heaters · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW118B and 19 more. Effective Sep 10, 2003
- [AD 98-14-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-14-02): Fuel Manifold Transfer Tubes · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW118B and 17 more. Effective Aug 31, 1998
- [AD 97-17-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-17-05): Gas Generator Case Drain Ports · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW118B and 17 more. Effective Sep 9, 1997
- [AD 94-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-03-02): High Pressure Turbine Disks · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW120 and 5 more. Effective Feb 16, 1994
- [AD 92-01-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-01-08): High Pressure Rotor · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW120 and 5 more. Effective Jul 27, 1992
- [AD 91-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-06-02): Turbomachinery Magnetic Chip Detector · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW120 and 6 more. Effective Mar 29, 1991
- [AD 91-01-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-01-03): Hydromechanical Fuel Control Units · Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5, PW118, PW118A and 3 more. Effective Jan 7, 1991
- [AD 88-26-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-26-51): High Pressure Turbine Components · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW120 and 2 more. Effective Sep 22, 1989

### Historical (superseded or no longer in force)

- [AD 2008-04-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-04-18) (historical): Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCL) · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC and 2 more. Effective Apr 3, 2008
- [AD 2001-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-17-01) (historical): Aileron and Elevator · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Aug 27, 2001
- [AD 2001-13-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-13-14) (historical): Airplane Flight Manual--Placard on the Main Instrument Panel, and the "LIGHT-HEAVY" Inflation Switch of the 
Leading Edge Deicing Boots · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Jul 12, 2001
- [AD 2001-02-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-02-06) (historical): Icing Conditions · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Mar 5, 2001
- [AD 2000-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-20-05) (historical): Landing Gear Doors · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Nov 13, 2000
- [AD 99-02-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-02-18) (historical): Titanium Thermal Insulating Blankets · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Mar 3, 1999
- [AD 97-26-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-06) (historical): AFM - Limitation Section - Ice · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Jan 23, 1998
- [AD 97-26-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-22) (historical): Movable Backstop Of Elevator Pitch Trim · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Jan 13, 1998
- [AD 92-16-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-16-51) (historical): Backup Flight Idle Stop System · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-120, EMB-120ER and EMB-120RT. Effective Sep 23, 1992
- [AD 2012-11-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-11-14) (historical): Propeller shafts · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118, PW118A, PW118B and 20 more. Effective Jul 20, 2012

## Information bulletins (advisory) (1 in force)

- [SAIB NM-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-09-03): Engine Fuel and Control - Implementing Fuel Tank System Airworthiness Limitations. Issued Dec 11, 2008

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N179CA.

## FAA accident and incident reports (1)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Incident 19920425015709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920425015709I), Apr 25, 1992: Emb EMB120RT (N179CA), Lansing, MI. Smoke in aircraft on climbout. NR1 engine oil pressure dropped. Shut down engine. Returned for landing.

## Service difficulty reports (64, newest 50)

As reported by operators and repair stations. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

- [SDR JIKA2021062901](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/JIKA2021062901), Jun 29, 2021: HMU. FAILED. WHILE CRUISING AT 10,000 FEET, WITHOUT WARNING THE NUMBER 2 ENGINE FAILED. FIRST OFFICER CALLED OUT "POWER LOSS" ON NUMBER 2, MEMORY ITEMS AND QRH WERE COMPLETE
- [SDR COMA9910176](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910176), Nov 18, 1999: WIRE. FAILED. TRIM FAIL WARNING DURING TAKEOFF. REPAIRED PROX SENSOR WIRE SPLICE AT ELEVATOR TRIM.
- [SDR COMA9910140](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910140), Aug 24, 1999: WINDSHIELD. BIRD STRIKE. BIRD STRIKE DURING TAKEOFF. C/W BIRD STRIKE INSPECTION, NO DAMAGE FOUND.
- [SDR COMA9910138](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910138), Aug 19, 1999: ACTUATOR. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAP CONTROL FAULT. REPLACED THE LEFT HAND OUTBOARD FLAP ACTUATOR.
- [SDR COMA9910127](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910127), Aug 3, 1999: STRINGER. CRACKED. WHILE PERFORMING A MAINTENANCE SERVICE CHECK, MECHANIC NOTICED SMALL FUEL LEAK ON BOTTOM SKIN OF LEFT WING JUST FORWARD OF AND OUTBOARD OF ACCESS PANEL 522EB. I
- [SDR COMA9910112](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910112), Jul 1, 1999: PCU. LEAKING. RUDDER POWER CONTROL UNIT LEAKING HYDRAULIC FLUID. CHANGED RUDDER POWER CONTROL UNIT.
- [SDR COMA9910098](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910098), Jun 22, 1999: ANNUNCIATOR. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAPS FAIL WARNING. REPLACED THE FLAP ANNUNCIATOR UNIT.
- [SDR COMA9910080](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910080), May 11, 1999: T6 WARNING. ACTIVATED. ABORTED TAKEOFF DUE TO T6 WARNING. DOWNLOADED DFDR, FOUND ALL PARAMETERS TO BE WITHIN LIMITS PER PRATT P WHITNEY MAINT MANUAL 02-10-00. NO ACTION REQUIRED.
- [SDR COMA9910059](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910059), Apr 10, 1999: SIGN. INOPERATIVE. EMERGENCY EXIT SIGN AT 5A IS INOPERABLE. REPLACED EXIT SIGN.
- [SDR COMA9910052](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910052), Apr 4, 1999: WIRE. SHORTED. EMERGENCY LIGHTS CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPS WHEN SYSTEM TESTED. REPAIRED SHORTED WIRING AT F/A LIGHT PANEL.
- [SDR COMA9910040](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910040), Mar 6, 1999: SELECTOR. MALFUNCTION. FLAP CONTROL FAULT. REPLACED FLAP SELECTOR LEVER.
- [SDR COMA9910027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910027), Jan 31, 1999: RETRACT MECH. DIRTY. FLAP DISAGREEMENT WARNING ATER TAKEOFF. CLEANED DIRT FROM FLAP TRUCKS.
- [SDR COMA9910024](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910024), Jan 24, 1999: CONNECTOR. LOOSE. DURING CLIMBOUT FROM MCO WITH GEAR SELECTED UP, RT GEAR RED LIGHT ILLUMINATED. AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO THE FIELD. REINSTALLED RT GEAR A AND B PROXIMITY SENSOR CONN
- [SDR COMA9910020](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910020), Jan 24, 1999: BUSHING. OUT OF POSITION. WHILE PERFORMING LANDING GEAR FREE-FALL CHECK, THE LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR WOULD NOT GO TO THE LOCKED POSITION WITHOUT EXCEEDING THE MAX PULL LIMITS. FURTHER INV
- [SDR COMA9910004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910004), Jan 4, 1999: HYD FLUID. CONTAMINATED. RIGHT HAND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR LOW PRESSURE WARNING. REMOVED CONDENSATE WATER FROM RESERVOIR.
- [SDR COMA9810168](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9810168), Aug 5, 1998: WIRE. SHORTED. EMERGENCY FLOOR LIGHT SYSTEM CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPPED. WOULD NOT RESET. REPAIRED SHORTED WIRE NR W272-0009-24.
- [SDR COMA9810069](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9810069), Mar 17, 1998: AUTO PILOT. MALFUNCTIONED. AUTOPILOT AND TRIM FAIL WARNING DURING TAKEOFF. DEFERRED AUTOPILOT SYSTEM. AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO SERVICE.
- [SDR COMA9710425](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710425), Oct 13, 1997: FLAP ANNUNCIATOR. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAP CONTROL FAULT WARNING DURING TAKEOFF. REPLACED THE FLAP ANNUNCIATOR UNIT.
- [SDR COMA9710326](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710326), Jul 7, 1997: VALVE. MALFUNCTION. LEFT HAND BLEED AIR OVERHEAT WARNING ON AFTER TAKEOFF. REPLACED THE LEFT HAND HIGH PRESSURE BLEED AIR SHUT OFF VALVE.
- [SDR COMA9710296](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710296), May 23, 1997: CROSSBEAM. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-132-01I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT RT CROSSBEAM WAS FOUND CORRODE. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710295](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710295), May 23, 1997: SUPPORT. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-131-01I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT LT T-SECTION WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710294](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710294), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 164-01Z, THE CARGO COMPARTMENT AFT RT BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710293](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710293), May 23, 1997: ANGLE. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 152-01Z, THE AFT EMERGENCY EXIT CUTOUT LOWER ANGLE WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710292](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710292), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 161-01Z, THE CARGO COMPARTMENT LT BUTT STRAP, AT CARGO DOOR OPENING, WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710291](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710291), May 23, 1997: CROSSBEAM. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 151-01Z, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT LT CROSSBEAM WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710290](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710290), May 23, 1997: CROSSBEAM. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 152-01Z, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT RT CROSSBEAM WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710289](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710289), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 151-01Z, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT LT BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710288](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710288), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 152-01Z, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT RT BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710287](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710287), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 152-01Z, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT RT BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710286](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710286), May 23, 1997: SUPPORT. CORRODED. ON 2C INSPECTION, THE CABIN AFT RT SIDEWALL SEAT TRACK SUPPORT WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM STANDARD PRACTICES. THE SEAT TRACK WAS FOUND CORRODED AND RE
- [SDR COMA9710285](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710285), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 162-01Z, THE CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR SUPPORT FWD RT BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710284](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710284), May 23, 1997: BEAM. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-131-91I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT FWD CENTER OMEGA BEAM WAS FOUND CORRODED AND DAMAGED BY SCREW IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. THE OMEGA BEAM WAS REPAIRED
- [SDR COMA9710283](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710283), May 23, 1997: SILL. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-132-01I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT RT SILL WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710282](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710282), May 23, 1997: SILL. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-131-01I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT LT SILL WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710281](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710281), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-132-01I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT RT BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED AND REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710280](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710280), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-131-01I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT CENTER BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710279](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710279), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-131-01I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT LT BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710278](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710278), May 23, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 5310-131-01I, THE CABIN FLOOR SUPPORT FWD CENTER BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM CHAPT 51 STANDARD PRACTICES, AND AERODESIGN REPORT N
- [SDR COMA9710277](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710277), May 20, 1997: STRAP. CORRODED. ON 2C TASK 161-01Z, THE CARGO COMPARTMENT FLOOR SUPPORT LT BUTT STRAP WAS FOUND CORRODED. REPLACED PER SRM STANDARD PRACTICES.
- [SDR COMA9710242](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710242), May 6, 1997: LIGHT. BROKEN. FLOOR PATH EMERGENCY LIGHT IS BROKEN AT THE GALLEY AREA. REPLACED THE LIGHT ASSY.
- [SDR COMA9710226](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710226), May 1, 1997: LIGHT. INOPERATIVE. RT FORWARD OVERWING EMERGENCY LIGHT INOPERATIVE. DEFERRED RT FWD OVERWING EMERGENCY LIGHT PER MEL 33-50-01, CAT C.
- [SDR COMA9710185](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710185), Mar 24, 1997: FIRE MODULE. FAILED. RT ENGINE FIRE WARNING LIGHT ON. REPLACED DEFECTIVE FIRE DETECTION CONTROL MODULE.
- [SDR COMA9710162](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710162), Feb 24, 1997: AUTOFEATHER SYS. MALFUNCTIONED. DURING APPROACH TO TLH, THE RIGHT HAND ENGINE AUTOFEATHER SYSTEM ACTIVATED. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. INSPECTION OF AUTOFEATHER SYSTEM FOUND NO DEFECTS.
- [SDR COMA9610430](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610430), Dec 26, 1996: BEARING. WORN. PROPELLER ASSEMBLY WAS ORIGINALLY REMOVED FOR ENGINE RELATED MAINTENANCE. INSPECTION REVEALED UNEVEN WEAR ON THE BLADE BEARING INSERT. WEAR HAD OCCURED IN AN OV
- [SDR COMA9610429](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610429), Dec 26, 1996: BEARING. WORN. PROPELLER ASSEMBLY WAS ORIGINALLY REMOVED FOR ENGINE RELATED MAINTENANCE. INSPECTION REVEALED UNEVEN WEAR ON THE BLADE BEARING INSERT. WEAR HAD OCCURED IN AN OV
- [SDR COMA9610428](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610428), Dec 26, 1996: BEARING. WORN. PROPELLER ASSEMBLY WAS ORIGINALLY REMOVED FOR ENGINE RELATED MAINTENANCE. INSPECTION REVEALED UNEVEN WEAR ON THE BLADE BEARING INSERT. WEAR HAD OCCURED IN AN OV
- [SDR COMA9610410](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610410), Dec 23, 1996: PITCHLOCK SCREW. FAILED. PROPELLER ASSEMBLY WAS ORIGINALLY REMOVED FOR ENGINE RELATED MAINTENANCE. ONCE REMOVED, THE ACTUATOR PITCHLOCK SCREW FEATHER STOP TAB WAS FOUND TO BE DISPLACED 
- [SDR COMA9610314](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610314), Oct 28, 1996: AHC 85. FAILED. COPILOT'S AHRS FAILED. REPLACED THE AHC-85.
- [SDR COMA9610312](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610312), Oct 23, 1996: ATUATOR. MALFUNCTION. FLAP DISAGREEMENT WARNING DURING LANDING APPROACH. REPLACED THE RT FLAP OUTBD ACTUATOR.
- [SDR COMA9610303](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610303), Oct 12, 1996: ACTUATOR. MALFUNCTIONED. AFTER LANDING, WHEN FLAPS SELECTED UP, THE LT INBD FLAP INDICATED 15 DEGREES AND THE RT INBD FLAP INDICATED 45 DEGREES. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. REPLACE

All 64: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N179CA/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (72, first 50)

Approved for this aircraft's airframe or engine model, in force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has; its records do.

### Approved for the airframe (Embraer EMB-120ER)

- [STC ST01305WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01305WI-D): Modification of a Collins ALT-50A or ALT-55B Radio Altimeter system installation to a Collins ALT-1000 or ALT-4000 Radio Altimeter system installation in accordance with Collins Drawing Index as listed on AML No. ST01305WI-D, Revision -, or later FAA approved revision. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST12461IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST12461IB): Installation of Cockpit Voice Recorder with optional RIPS Upgrade. Mid- Canada Mod Center
- [STC ST00885LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00885LA): Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles. AMETEK AMERON, LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
- [STC ST00197IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00197IB): Installation of the Universal Quick Access Recorder (uQAR). Flight Data Technologies Inc
- [STC ST03885AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03885AT): Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc
- [STC ST104CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST104CH): Installation of a TCAS I and optional Data Recorder Unit. Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC ST02472AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02472AT): Installation of a mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) model MKI, MKII, or MKIII. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc
- [STC ST01110DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01110DE): Installation of a Luma Technologies Multiple Alarm Panel (MAP). Peregrine
- [STC ST00215IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00215IB): Installation of saf-Tglo ECO Photoluminescent Aisle Path Marking Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH
- [STC ST04562NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04562NY): Installation of saf-Tglo® SuperSeal UltraLite-X (SSUL-X) Photoluminescent Floor Proximity Emergency Escape Path Marking Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH
- [STC ST00098IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00098IB): Introduction of ADS-B Out. STC Twenty One Limited
- [STC ST03022AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03022AT): Installation of a Sandel Model ST3400 Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS). Woven Electronics, LLC
- [STC ST03375AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03375AT): Installation of Garmin GPS 165 TSO Global Positioning System (GPS). Woven Electronics
- [STC ST00598WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00598WI): Conversion of airplane from a passenger configuration to an all cargo configuration. Worldwide Aviation LLC
- [STC SA8840SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8840SW): Replace core assembly of AiResearch Primary/Secondary Air-to-Air Heat Exchanger, part number 194546-3. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA8466SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8466SW): Recore of AiResearch Engine Oil Coolers Part Numbers 160282-3 and 160282-4 with LORI Core Assembly Part Number L8602548-1. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC ST00895DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00895DE): Installation of the Garmin G700 TXi Avionics Suite. Peregrine
- [STC ST02635LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02635LA): Modification to replace the existing Mode S Transponder system with the ACSS NXT-600 Mode S Transponder with ADS-B Out. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC
- [STC ST00007IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00007IB): Installation of a Honeywell Mode S Transponder model MST 67 and TCAS II model CAS 81. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc
- [STC ST04340NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04340NY): Installation of TCAS 7.1 (ACAS II) upgrade of Prior Existing TCAS 7.0. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS
- [STC ST03089NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03089NY): Replacement of certain Goodrich pneumatic deicer boots. SMR Technologies Inc
- [STC ST02636LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02636LA): Modification to upgrade the existing XS-950 Mode S Transponder system to add ADS-B Out. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC
- [STC ST02499AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02499AK): Approval of the Thomas Global Systems TFD8601Active Matrix Liquid Crystal Display installed. ADS-B Technologies, LLC
- [STC ST04136CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04136CH): Installation of a TFD-8601 EFIS (Electronic Flight Instrument System) Display. StandardAero Business Aviation Services, LLC
- [STC ST03776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03776NY): Modification to upgrade existing Rockwell Collins TCAS (Model: TTR-920, TTR-921, and TTR-4000) at VERSION 7.0 to Rockwell Collins TCAS (Model: TTR-921, TTR-4000, and TTR-4100) at VERSION 7.1 (ACAS II). Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS
- [STC ST01157SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01157SE): Installation of increased security cockpit door. Cascade Aviation Services Inc
- [STC ST02600LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02600LA): Replacement of original SAFT 4076-9 Nickel-Cadmium battery with a Concorde RG-380E/40B or RG-380E/44 or RG-380E/46 Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery. Concorde Battery Corporation
- [STC ST02660NY-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02660NY-D): Installation of a Rockwell Collins TCAS-94. B/E Aerospace Inc
- [STC ST02661NY-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02661NY-D): Installation of a Honeywell CAS-67A TCAS 11. B/E Aerospace Inc
- [STC ST02014LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02014LA): Installation of Hawker 9750W0370-7 Steel Cased, 24 Volt, 43 Amp-hour, Sealed Lead Acid Battery. Securaplane Technologies
- [STC ST01713WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01713WI): Modification of a Rockwell Collins, Inc. AHC-85( ) (AHRS) installation. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST00673WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00673WI-D): Modification of Collins VHF-22A/VHF-22B VHF COMM Receiver Transmitter with CTL-22 Control Pro Line II System Installation to a Collins VHF-22C/VHF-22D VHF COMM Receiver Transmitter with CTL-22C Control 8.33 kHz Pro Line II System installation. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST00682WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00682WI-D): Modification of Collins VHF-20/VHF-20A/VHF-20B VHF COMM Receiver Transmitter with CTL-20 Control Pro Line I System Installation to a Collins VHF-22C/VHF-22D VHF COMM Receiver Transmitter with CTL-22C Control 8.33 kHz Pro Line II System Installation in accordance with Collins Installation Instructions as listed on AML No. ST00682WI-D, Revision -, or later FAA approved revisions. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST02540AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02540AT-D): Installation of replacement fuel tank sealant system. FFC Manufacturing
- [STC SA8815SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8815SW): Installation of a single Mode S Transponder with provisions for a Bendix TCAS II. Worldwide Aviation LLC
- [STC ST01142WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01142WI-D): Modification of a single or dual Collins TDR-94 or TDR-94D Mode S Transponder System installation with CTL-92 control head to a Flight ID capable Collins TDR-94 or TDR-94D Mode S Transponder System installation with CTL-92E control head. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST01307WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01307WI-D): Modification of a Collins TVI-920/TVI-920D Vertical Speed/TCAS Indicator installation. Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC ST02990AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02990AT): Installation of Control Column Push-To-Talk (PTT) Switch with Gold Contacts. Chippewa Aerospace, Inc
- [STC ST02517AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02517AT): Installation of Avidyne FlightMax 850 display. Chippewa Aerospace, Inc
- [STC ST02777AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02777AT): Installation of a FA2100CVR Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR). Chippewa Aerospace, Inc
- [STC ST02778AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02778AT): Installation of a FA2100FDR Flight Data Recorder (FDR). Chippewa Aerospace, Inc
- [STC ST02605AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02605AT): Installation of MPC Products Corp. Rotary Variable Transformer (RVT) P/N GA2200A (3-position sensors right side; Rudder pedal-yaw, and control column-pitch and roll,) and p/n GA2202A (2-position sensors left side, column-itch and roll) to replace existing Flight Data Recorder System (FDRS) Potentiometers position sensors. Chippewa Aerospace, Inc
- [STC ST02515AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02515AT): Installation of Honeywell MK VI EGPWS. Chippewa Aerospace
- [STC ST00062DE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00062DE-D): Installation of MK VI GPWS system. Learjet Inc
- [STC ST00110DE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00110DE-D): Installation of UNC UNS-1M navigation management system. Learjet Inc
- [STC ST00111DE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00111DE-D): Installation of AlliedSignal CAS 66 TCAS I system. Learjet Inc
- [STC ST00136DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00136DE): Installation of Universal Navigation Corp UNS-1M navigation management system. Learjet Inc
- [STC ST58CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST58CH): Installation of provisions of a BFG TCAS 1 and optional data recorder unit. Goodrich Avionics Systems Inc
- [STC ST09475SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09475SC): Installation of a Universal Avionics UNS-1K FMS with Internal TSO-129A GPS Sensor. Aircraft Modification and Engineering Services, In
- [STC ST00685NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00685NY): Baggage Restraint System Installation. Field Aviation Co, Inc

All 72: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N179CA/stcs.md

## Related

- Other Embraer EMB-120ER aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/embraer-emb-120er/aircraft.md
- The Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118 engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pw118.md

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