# N189CA: 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: 120.189
- Year built: 1990
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Turbo-prop
- Airworthiness: Standard, transport
- Airworthiness date: July 8, 1990
- Certificate issued: November 28, 2007
- Expires: November 30, 2028
- Mode S code: A1624E
- 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=189CA
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N189CA

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 N189CA.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N189CA.

## Service difficulty reports (56, 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 JIKA2017071401](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/JIKA2017071401), Jul 14, 2017: SEAL. WORN. DURING CLIMB OUT FROM KPDX REPORTED THAT THE LT“DUCT LEAK ANNUNCIATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CREW FOLLOWED THE QRH AND TURNED THE LT BLEED VALVE OFF AND THE LIGHT EXT
- [SDR COMA9910158](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910158), Oct 3, 1999: ACTUATOR. FAILED. FLAP DISAGREEMENT WARNING WHEN 45 DEGREES SELECTED. REPLACED THE RIGHT OUTBOARD FLAP ACTUATOR.
- [SDR COMA9910128](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910128), Aug 6, 1999: BATTERY. DISCHARGED. EMERGENCY EXIT SIGNS AT ROW 5 ARE INOPERABLE. REPLACED EMERGENCY BATTERY.
- [SDR COMA9910124](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910124), Aug 2, 1999: COWL PANEL. LOOSE. LEFT COWL ACCESS PANEL LOOSE. SECURED LOOSE ACCESS PANEL.
- [SDR COMA9910114](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910114), Jul 16, 1999: BATTERY. DISCHARGED. EMERGENCY EXIT SIGNS AT ROW 5 ARE INOPERABLE. REPLACED EMERGENCY BATTERY.
- [SDR COMA9910067](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910067), Apr 22, 1999: FCU. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAP CONTROL FAULT. REPLACED THE FLAP CONTROL UNIT.
- [SDR COMA9910047](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910047), Mar 29, 1999: CONTROL UNIT. TRIPPED. FLAP CONTROL FAULT, INBOARD FLAPS WILL NOT OPERATE. RERACKED FLAP CONTROL UNIT, SYSTEM OPERATION NORMAL.
- [SDR COMA9910011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910011), Jan 10, 1999: SWITCH. MALFUNCTION. FLAP CONTROL FAULT WARNING. REPLACED THE FLAP SELECTOR SWITCH.
- [SDR COMA9910006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910006), Jan 6, 1999: WARNING. ACTIVATED. WING DEICE FAIL WARNING. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO SERVICE.
- [SDR COMA9910003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9910003), Jan 3, 1999: DEICE BOOT. FAILED. INBOARD SECTION OF LEADING EDGE DEICE BOOTS FAILED. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. INSPECTED DEICE BOOTS AND AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO SERVICE.
- [SDR COMA9810282](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9810282), Dec 10, 1998: BATTERY. DISCHARGED. OVERWING EMERGENCY EXIT LIGHTS ARE INOPERABLE. REPLACED EMERGENCY BATTERY.
- [SDR COMA9810278](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9810278), Dec 9, 1998: WIRE HARNESS. DEFECTIVE. LANDING GEAR WILL NOT RETRACT. REPLACED THE RIGHT HAND MLG WEIGHT ON WHEELS HARNESS.
- [SDR COMA9810183](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9810183), Aug 24, 1998: LIGHT. BROKEN. EMERGENCY FLOOR LIGHT BY GALLEY IS BROKEN. REPLACED LIGHT ASSY.
- [SDR COMA9810176](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9810176), Aug 10, 1998: HEAT EXCHANGER. SMOKING. SMOKE FILLED COCKPIT AND CABIN DURING BOARDING. REPLACED THE LEFT ACM HEAT EXCHANGER.
- [SDR COMA9810110](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9810110), Apr 24, 1998: APU. SMOKING. FLIGHT DECK FILLED WITH SMOKE DURING PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTIONS, APU WAS OPERATING, NO PASSENGERS ON BOARD. DEFERRED APU PER MEL 49-00-1.
- [SDR COMA9810086](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9810086), Apr 7, 1998: CONNECTOR. CORRODED. RIGHT ENGINE INLET ANTI-ICE SYSTEM FAILED. REPAIRED CORROSION ON WIRING CONNECTIONS AT THE EJECTOR FLOW VALVE.
- [SDR COMA9710494](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710494), Dec 10, 1997: LAMP. FAILED. AFT OVERHEAD CABIN EMERGENCY LIGHT IS INOP. REPLACED BULB.
- [SDR COMA9710480](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710480), Nov 19, 1997: FCU. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAP ASYMMETRY WARNING WHEN FLAPS SELECTED TO APPROACH SETTING. REPLACED THE FLAP CONTROL UNIT AND ANNUNCIATOR UNIT.
- [SDR COMA9710434](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710434), Oct 18, 1997: WIRE. CUT. LANDING GEAR CONTROL COULD NOT BE SELECTED TO UP POSITION. REPAIRED CUT WIRE IN RIGHT HAND MLG WEIGHT ON WHEELS WIRING HARNESS.
- [SDR COMA9710424](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710424), Oct 8, 1997: PROX SENSOR. MALFUNCTIONED. LANDING GEAR CONTROL COULD NOT BE SELECTED TO UP POSITION. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. REPLACED THE NOSE LANDING GEAR WEIGHT ON WHEELS PROXIMITY SENSOR FOR
- [SDR COMA9710410](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710410), Sep 27, 1997: HARNESS. LOOSE. LANDING GEAR SELECTOR CAN NOT BE SELECTED TO UP POSITION AFTER TAKEOFF. REPLACED RIGHT HAND MLG WEIGHT ON WHEELS SENSOR HARNESS.
- [SDR COMA9710392](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710392), Aug 31, 1997: SOLENOID. FAILED. LEFT ENGINE AUTO FEATHER SYSTEM WILL NOT TEST. REPLACED THE ELECTRIC FEATHER SOLENOID.
- [SDR COMA9710389](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710389), Aug 26, 1997: RADIO ALTIMETER. MALFUNCTION. LANDING GEAR AURAL WARNING SOUNDS CONTINUOUSLY ABOVE 15000 FEET. REPLACED THE RADIO ALTIMETER.
- [SDR COMA9710306](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710306), Jun 3, 1997: BATTERY. DISCHARGED. FLOOR PATH EMERGENCY LIGHTING IS INOP. REPLACED THE EMERGENCY LIGHTS BATTERIES.
- [SDR COMA9710273](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710273), May 17, 1997: WIRE. LOOSE. THE RT POWER LEVER, FLIGHT IDLE STOP SOLENOID CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPPED AND WILL NOT RESET. REPAIRED LOOSE WIRE AT SOLENOID.
- [SDR COMA9710265](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710265), May 13, 1997: SEPARATOR. BROKEN. RT BLEED AIR DUCT LEAK WARNING CAME ON. REPLACED BROKEN BLEED AIR WATER SEPARATOR.
- [SDR COMA9710189](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710189), Mar 28, 1997: FLAP CONTL UNIT. MALFUNCTION. FLAP ASYMMETRY WARNING DURING TAKEOFF ROLL. REPLACED THE FLAP CONTROL UNIT.
- [SDR COMA9710180](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710180), Mar 18, 1997: BEARING INSERT. WORN. PROPELLER ASSEMBLY REMOVED FROM AIRCRAFT FOR SCHEDULED ENGINE CHANGE. ASSEMBLY WAS RECEIVED IN THE PROPELLER SHOP DUE TO BLADES BEING EXCESSIVELY LOOSE CAUSING 
- [SDR COMA9710179](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710179), Mar 18, 1997: BEARING INSERT. WORN. PROPELLER ASSEMBLY REMOVED FROM AIRCRAFT FOR SCHEDULED ENGINE CHANGE. ASSEMBLY WAS RECEIVED IN THE PROPELLER SHOP DUE TO BLADES BEING EXCESSIVELY LOOSE CAUSING 
- [SDR COMA9710178](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710178), Mar 18, 1997: BEARING INSERT. WORN. PROPELLER ASSEMBLY REMOVED FROM AIRCRAFT FOR SCHEDULED ENGINE CHANGE. ASSEMBLY WAS RECEIVED IN THE PROPELLER SHOP DUE TO BLADES BEING EXCESSIVELY LOOSE CAUSING 
- [SDR COMA9710167](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710167), Mar 5, 1997: FLAP WARNING. ACTIVATED. FLAP ASYMMETRY WARNING WHEN FLAPS SELECTED TO 15 DEGREES DURING APPROACH. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. FLAP SYSTEM OPERATIONAL TEST NORMAL.
- [SDR COMA9710161](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710161), Feb 24, 1997: FAN. OVERHEAT. ELECTRICAL SMOKE ODOR COMING FROM AVIONICS VENT. REPLACED THE LEFT HAND AVIONICS COOLING FAN.
- [SDR COMA9710097](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710097), Jan 29, 1997: WIRE. CHAFED. LANDING GEAR WARNING SOUNDS REPEATEDLY DURING FLIGHT. REPAIRED DEFECTIVE WIRING IN LANDING GEAR WARNING CIRCUIT.
- [SDR COMA9710092](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710092), Jan 27, 1997: CONTROLLER. INOPERATIVE. LANDING GEAR WARNING COMES ON DURING CLIMB AND DESCENT. REPLACED ALARM LIGHT CONTOLLER. PART TOTAL CYCLES, 12,958.
- [SDR COMA9710044](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710044), Jan 19, 1997: ROLLERS. WORN. FLAP DISAGREEMENT AFTER TAKEOFF. REPLACED LEFT OUTBOARD FLAP ROLLERS.
- [SDR COMA9710033](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9710033), Jan 14, 1997: FLAP TRACKS. DIRTY. FLAP DISAGREEMENT AFTER TAKEOFF. INSPECTED AND CLEANED FLAP TRACKS. OPERATIONAL CHECK GOOD.
- [SDR COMA9610427](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610427), Dec 25, 1996: RESERVOIR. ICED UP. RT HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR LOW PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ON. THAWED ICE FROM RESERVOIR PRESSURIZATION SYSTEM.
- [SDR COMA9610357](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610357), Dec 8, 1996: PROX SENSOR. INOPERATIVE. LANDING GEAR WILL NOT RETRACT, HANDLE WILL NOT MOVE TO UP POSITION. REPLACED LEFT STRUT PROX SENSOR, OPS CHECK GOOD.
- [SDR COMA9610291](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610291), Sep 30, 1996: CONNECTOR. DIRTY. GEAR HANDLE WOULD NOT MOVE AFTER TAKEOFF. CLEANED PROX SENSOR CONNECTORS IN RIGHT NACELLE.
- [SDR COMA9610264](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610264), Aug 29, 1996: BOLT. BROKEN. RT MLG DOOR HINGE BOLT WAS BROKEN. REPLACED BROKEN BOLT.
- [SDR COMA9610259](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610259), Aug 23, 1996: FLAP ANNUNCIATOR. MALFUNCTION. FLAP CONTROL FAULT WARNING DURING TAKEOFF. REPLACED THE FLAP ANNUNCIATOR PANEL.
- [SDR COMA9610242](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610242), Aug 7, 1996: CONNECTOR. DEFECTIVE. RIGHT OUTBOARD FLAP IS STUCK AT 45 DEGREES. REPLACED DEFECTIVE WIRING CONNECTOR AT RIGHT OUTBOARD FLAP ACTUATOR.
- [SDR COMA9610233](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610233), Jul 29, 1996: ACTUATOR. MALFUNCTION. FLAP CONTROL FAULT WARNING DURING APPROACH. REPLACED LT NACELLE FLAP ACTUATOR. PART TOTAL CYCLES, 200.
- [SDR COMA9610218](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610218), Jul 2, 1996: FLAP WARNING. ACTIVATED. FLAP CONTROL FAULT WARNING DURING LANDING ROLL. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. NO DEFECTS FOUND IN FLAP SYSTEM.
- [SDR COMA9610182](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610182), Jun 13, 1996: ROLLER. WORN. FLAP DISAGREEMENT WARNING CAME ON DURING LANDING APPROACH. REPLACED THE RT INBD FLAP ROLLERS.
- [SDR COMA9610174](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610174), Jun 9, 1996: FLAP SELECTOR. MALFUNCTION. FLAP CONTROL FAULT WARNING ON CWP. REPLACED FLAP SELECTOR CONTROL.
- [SDR COMA9610132](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610132), Apr 15, 1996: OIL SEAL. LEAKING. LEFT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE DECREASING DURING FLIGHT. ENGINE WAS SECURED AND FLIGHT DIVERTED. REPLACED THE STARTER/GENERATOR DRIVE OIL SEAL.
- [SDR COMA9610086](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610086), Feb 15, 1996: FLAP AND PANEL. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAP DISAGREEMENT WARNING WHEN FLAPS RETRACTED AFTER TAKEOFF. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. REPLACED THE FLAP ANNUNCIATOR FOR TROUBLESHOOTING.
- [SDR COMA9610044](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610044), Jan 26, 1996: STARTER GEN. FAILED. DURING LEFT ENGINE START, T6 EXCEEDED 900 DEGREE CELSIUS. START WAS ABORTED AND DURING DRY MOTOR, THE STARTER FAILED. REPLACED THE STARTER/GENERATOR AND START C
- [SDR COMA9610001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/COMA9610001), Dec 31, 1995: RETRACT MECH. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAP DISAGREEMENT WARNING AFTER TAKEOFF. OUTBD FLAPS DID NOT RETRACT FULLY. COULD NOT DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. INSPECTED FLAP SYSTEM, NO DEFECTS NOTED AND ACFT RE

All 56: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N189CA/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/N189CA/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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