# N290SW: 1996 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: 120317
- Year built: 1996
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Turbo-prop
- Airworthiness: Standard, transport
- Airworthiness date: July 26, 1996
- Certificate issued: June 12, 2015
- Expires: June 30, 2028
- Mode S code: A2F71F
- Registered owner: [Berry Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BERRY%20AVIATION%20INC)
- Location: [San Marcos, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/San%20Marcos)
- Owner type: Corporation
- Owner's area on the map: 29.8817° N, 97.9848° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 78666, within about 8 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=290SW
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N290SW

From the FAA registry file of October 22, 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 N290SW.

## 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 20080616833949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080616833949I), Jun 16, 2008: Emb EMB120ER (N290SW), Bakersfield, CA, No damage. (-23) Skywest flight 5769 scheduled to operate from modesto, CA (mod) to los angles, CA (lax) declared an emergency due to smoke in the cockpit during descent…

## Service difficulty reports (91, 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 HKGA202401162001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HKGA202401162001), Jan 12, 2024: UNKNOWN. UNKNOWN. THE AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL POWER LOSS DURING CRUISE. THE LH GENERATOR WAS ON MEL. TROUBLESHOOTING DETERMINED THAT THE RH GENERATOR HAD FAILE
- [SDR HKGA20181205004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/HKGA20181205004), Dec 5, 2018: HINGE. CRACKED. DURING AN INSPECTION, THE LT NACELLE FLAP INBOARD HINGE WAS FOUND CRACKED. REMOVED AND REPLACED FLAP ASSEMBLY IAW MM 27-50-03. OPERATIONAL CHECK GOOD.
- [SDR SWIA201439288](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201439288), Sep 16, 2014: POWER SUPPLY. INOPERATIVE. CENTER SECTION OF CABIN EMERGENCY LIGHTS ARE INOPERATIVE. REPLACED THE CENTER SECTION CABIN EMERGENCY LIGHTS POWER PACK IAW AMM. OPS CHECKED GOOD.
- [SDR SWIA201439574](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201439574), Sep 2, 2014: BATTERY PACK. INOPERATIVE. RIGHT FWD EMERGENCY LIGHT OVER RT WING INOPERATIVE. REPLACED CENTER BATTERY PACK. OPS CHECKED GOOD AT THIS TIME.
- [SDR SWIA201439575](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201439575), Sep 1, 2014: FUSE. FAILED. LEFT FORWARD EMERGENCY LIGHT IS INOPERATIVE. REPLACED FUSE. OPS CHECKED GOOD.
- [SDR SWIA2014061638194](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA2014061638194), Jun 12, 2014: LAMP. INOPERATIVE. RIGHT OVERWING EMERGENCY LIGHT INOPERATIVE. REPLACED THE LAMP IAW AMM.
- [SDR SWIA201436776](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201436776), Mar 14, 2014: TRIM SYSTEM. OUT OF ADJUST. AIRCRAFT ROLL AFTER AUTOPILOT DISCONNECT. ADJUSTED ZERO ON LT AILERON SERVO TAB AND REPLACED AFT ROD ENDS IAW AMM.
- [SDR SWIA201436669](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201436669), Mar 10, 2014: FAN. SMOKE. SMOKE IN CABIN. REPLACED RT GROUND COOLING FAN.
- [SDR SWIA201436670](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201436670), Mar 7, 2014: UNKNOWN. ODOR. DURING TAXI IN, ENGINE BLEEDS AUTO, AND PACKS NORMAL, ODOR OF OVERHEATING PACK AND SMOKE ENTERED CABIN. TURNED BLEEDS OFF AND PACKS OFF, SMOKE STARTED TO DISSIP
- [SDR SWIA201334859](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201334859), Oct 3, 2013: LIGHT. INOPERATIVE. EMERGENCY FLOOR LIGHTING AT ROW 6A, ONE OF TWO RED LIGHTS IS BURNED OUT. FLT#5654 RELAMPED.
- [SDR SWIA201334864](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201334864), Sep 30, 2013: PCU. FAILED. ON APPROACH MAX NP WENT TO 114% ON LT ENGINE. NP WAS 114% TO 95% ALL THE WAY DOWN THE APPROACH. ON LANDING, LT ENGINE NP WENT TO 21% & STAYED THAT WAY TO THE GA
- [SDR SWIA201334194](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201334194), Aug 7, 2013: BATTERY PACK. DISCHARGED. CENTER ELBP IS BURNED OUT. SERVICE REPLACED.
- [SDR SWIA201334048](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201334048), Jul 18, 2013: LIGHT. INOPERATIVE. ONE WHITE FLOOR LEVEL EMERGENCY PATH LIGHT AT SEAT 7A IS BURNED OUT. FLT#5324 RELAMPED.
- [SDR SWIA201333707](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201333707), Jun 14, 2013: BULB. BURNED OUT. EMERGENCY LIGHT BULB AROUND ROW 7 BURNED OUT. REPLACED THE BULB.
- [SDR SWIA201333445](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201333445), May 13, 2013: HINGE. FAILED. RIGHT MAIN GEAR DID NOT RETRACT AFTER TAKEOFF. (FLT 5377) REPLACED RT MLG FORWARD I/B GEAR DOOR OFF SUPPORT HINGE IAW AMM PERFORMED GEAR SWINGS, OPS CHECK GOOD.
- [SDR SWIA201333300](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201333300), Apr 24, 2013: UNKNOWN. MALFUNCTIONED. LANDING GEAR WOULD NOT RETRACT. (FLT 5379) JACKED AIRCRAFT AND SWUNG GEAR, COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. REPLACED LANDING GEAR CONTROL LEVER ASSEMBLY IAW AMM. PE
- [SDR SWIA201333215](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201333215), Apr 11, 2013: LIGHT. INOPERATIVE. OVERHEAD EMERGENCY LIGHT AT ROW 7 IS BURNED OUT. (FLT 5460) RELAMPED EMERGENCY LIGHT.
- [SDR SWIA201333218](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201333218), Apr 8, 2013: SMOKE DETECTOR. BROKEN. LAV SMOKE DETECTOR BROKEN. (FLT 5308) RE-ATTACHED LAV SMOKE DETECTOR AND REPLACED SECURITY SEALS.
- [SDR SWIA201332952](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201332952), Mar 1, 2013: CONNECTOR. UNSECURE. MAIN CABIN DOOR OVERHEAD EMERGENCY LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE. (FLT 6287) RE-SECURED CONNECTION.
- [SDR SWIA201232465](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201232465), Nov 28, 2012: STRINGER. CRACKED. RIGHT I/B WING NR 8 STRINGER CRACKED AT FIRST PANEL I/B OF NACELLE. (C-CHECK) REPAIRED RIGHT I/B WING NR 8 STRINGER AT FIRST PANEL I/B OF NACELLE IAW SRM.
- [SDR SWIA201231521](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201231521), Aug 10, 2012: UNKNOWN. SMOKE. SMOKE SMELL AND SMOKE IN CABIN AND COCKPIT SETTING OFF SMOKE ALARM IN LAV. SMOKE COMING OUT FROM LEFT PACK OUTSIDE AIRCRAFT. (FLT 5839) INSPECTED LEFT AND RIGHT
- [SDR SWIA201230566](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201230566), Apr 29, 2012: LIGHT. OUT OF POSITION. INDIVIDUAL WHITE EMERGENCY LIGHT IS OUT BY SEAT 3A. (FLT 5616) LIGHT IS OUT OF LENS. RE-INSTALLED EMERGENCY TRACK LIGHT BULB INTO LENS AT SEAT 3A.
- [SDR SWIA201229137](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201229137), Jan 6, 2012: BALLAST. MALFUNCTIONED. GALLEY LIGHT IS OUT WITH PLASTIC BURNING SMELL IN GALLEY. (FLT 6373) REPLACED LIGHT BALLAST IN AFT GALLEY.
- [SDR SWIA201128865](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201128865), Dec 3, 2011: BATTERY. DISCHARGED. FORWARD EMERGENCY LIGHTS IN CABIN ARE OUT. (FLT 5622) REPLACED FORWARD EMERGENCY LIGHT BATTERY. PN:D366-04-001 SNOF:1239107-96
- [SDR SWIA201128302](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201128302), Oct 19, 2011: BATTERY PACK. DISCHARGED. NONE OF THE CABIN EMERGENCY LIGHTS WORK FROM ROW 8 AFT. (FLT 5409) REPLACED AFT EMERGENCY LIGHT BATTERY PACK. P/N: D366-04-001, S/N OFF: 1043-02/92.
- [SDR SWIA201128122](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201128122), Oct 2, 2011: ROLLER. DIRTY. MCD IS DIFFICULT TO OPEN. (FLT 6442) CLEANED & LUBRICATED ROLLERS & ACTUATING LINKAGE.
- [SDR SWIA201126356](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201126356), May 25, 2011: ECU. FAILED. BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS WAS REDUCED BRIEFLY. (FLT 6269) REPLACED BRAKE ECU AND GREEN SYSTEM BRAKE CONTROL VALVE. P/N 42-687-1, S/N OFF 262 / P/N 159232, S/N OFF 1
- [SDR SWIA201125966](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201125966), Feb 14, 2011: SPAR CAP. CRACKED. LEFT WING INBOARD INTERNAL SPAR CAP IS CRACKED AT HI-LOK. (C-CHECK) REPAIRED LEFT INBOARD WING INTERNAL SPAR CAP PER EMBRAER TECHNICAL DISPOSITION.
- [SDR SWIA201023826](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201023826), Mar 14, 2010: CAM. DIRTY. MAIN CABIN DOOR DIFFICULT TO OPEN. (FLT 5815) CLEANED AND LUBED OVER CENTER CAM.
- [SDR SWIA201023691](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA201023691), Feb 10, 2010: ROLLER. LACK OF LUBE. MAIN CABIN DOOR HARD TO OPEN. (FLT 5970) LUBRICATED DOOR PIVOT POINTS AND DOOR FRAME ROLLERS.
- [SDR SWIA200922584](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200922584), Sep 14, 2009: BLEED AIR SYS. MALFUNCTIONED. SMOKE IN CABIN ON CLIMB. (FLT 6063) DEFERRED RIGHT ENGINE BLEED.
- [SDR SWIA200922012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200922012), May 31, 2009: SUPPORT FITTING. CRACKED. RIGHT NACELLE POWER LEVER CABLE PULLEY SUPPORT FITTING CRACKED. (C CHECK) REPLACED SUPPORT FITTING.
- [SDR SWIA200921446](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200921446), Apr 14, 2009: BATTERY PACK. DISCHARGED. FLT 6502 - EMERGENCY LIGHTS AT ROWS 1 TO 6 INOP. REPLACED FORWARD ELBP, PN D366-04-001 SN OFF 202.
- [SDR SWIA200820144](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200820144), Oct 4, 2008: BATTERY PACK. DISCHARGED. EMERGENCY LIGHTS ON FLOOR AFT OF ROW 9 INOP (FLT 5565). INSTALLED SERVICEABLE ELBP. 
- [SDR SWIA200819808](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200819808), Jun 18, 2008: FAN. SMOKE. FLT 5672 - LEFT PACK SMOKES ON DESCENT AND SETS OFF LAV SMOKE DETECTOR. REPLACED LEFT PACK GROUND COOLING FAN. OPS CHECK GOOD, P/N AE1711AA0, S/N OFF 744. 
- [SDR SWIA200819771](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200819771), Jun 16, 2008: ENGINE. SMOKE. SMOKE REPORTED IN CABIN ALONG WITH BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT SMOKE INDICATIONS. ACTIVATED BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT EXTINGUISHER. (FLT 5769) REPLACED RT ENGINE WITH SERVICE
- [SDR SWIA200819717](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200819717), Jun 2, 2008: HEAT EXCHANGER. SMOKE. DURING DESCENT, THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT SMELLED SMOKE IN THE CABIN. (FLT 5702) REPLACED RIGHT PACK HEAT EXCHANGER PER IAW EMB 120 MM 21-50-03.
- [SDR SWIA200819690](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200819690), May 26, 2008: UNKNOWN. SMOKE. FLT 5556 - THE CABIN FILLED WITH SMOKE ON DESCENT. BLEEDS AND PACKS SELECTED TO LOW AND SMOKE CLEARED. INSPECTED AND RAN BOTH PACKS IN MULTIPLE CONFIGURATIONS A
- [SDR SWIA200819361](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200819361), Mar 17, 2008: SMOKE DETECTOR. FAULTY. THE LAV SOME DETECTOR GOES OFF INTERMITTENTLY. REPLACED LAV SMOKE DETECTOR WITH A SERVICEABLE UNIT. OPS CHECK GOOD. 
- [SDR SWIA200718981](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200718981), Dec 19, 2007: WIRE. SHORTED. FLT 5772 - CVR CIRCUIT BREAKER DOES NOT STAY SET. REPAIRED WIRES W201-2514-22 AND W201-2239-22. OPS CHECKS GOOD IAW 23-71-00 AND IAW 31-30-00. 
- [SDR SWIA200718931](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200718931), Dec 4, 2007: SIGN. BROKEN. RIGHT FORWARD EMERGENCY EXIT SIGN ASSEMBLY IS BROKEN. REPLACED EMERGENCY EXIT SIGN AS REQUIRED. OPS CK GOOD. 
- [SDR SWIA200718887](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200718887), Nov 16, 2007: SIGN. INOPERATIVE. FORWARD EMERGENCY EXIT SIGN IS INOP, FLIGHT NR 5424. REPLACED EMERGENCY EXIT SIGN. OPS CHECKS GOOD. 
- [SDR SWIA200718944](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200718944), Oct 23, 2007: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. FOUND AT C-CHECK, LEFT FORWARD SEAT TRACK IS CORRODED. REPLACED SEAT TRACK IAW AMM 53-01-05. 
- [SDR SWIA200718787](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200718787), Oct 15, 2007: SIGN. BROKEN. FLT 5581 - EXIT SIGN AT 6A BROKEN. REPLACED EMERGENCY EXIT SIGN ASSEMBLY AT 6A. OPS TEST GOOD. 
- [SDR SWIA200718706](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200718706), Sep 21, 2007: BLOWER. SMOKE. FLT 5609 - RIGHT PACK PRODUCED SMOKE IN CABIN. REPLACED GROUND COOLING FAN RCCB W/SERVICEABLE UNIT. OPS CHECK GOOD, PN: EVAC2322C23, SN OFF: 94.
- [SDR SWIA200718226](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200718226), May 9, 2007: SIGN. BROKEN. LOWER EMERGENCY EXIT SIGN AT ROW 6BC IS BROKEN. REPLACED LIGHT ASSEMBLY AT ROW 6BC. OPS CHECK GOOD.
- [SDR SWIA200616853](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200616853), Jul 16, 2006: SEQUENCE VALVE. MALFUNCTIONED. LEFT MAIN GEAR DID NOT COME UP AFTER TAKEOFF, RETURNED TO PSP. ADJUSTED LEFT MLG OUTBOARD DOOR SEQUENCE VALVE. OPERATIONAL CHECKS GOOD.
- [SDR SWIA200616657](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200616657), May 2, 2006: ANNUNCIATOR. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAP CONTROL FAULT WHEN SELECTING FLAPS TO 15. REPLACED FLAP ANNUNCIATOR PANEL ASSY. OPERATIONAL CHECK GOOD IAW EMB 120 MM 27-50-05.
- [SDR SWIA200616663](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200616663), Mar 22, 2006: SEAT TRACK. CORRODED. RIGHT CABIN FLOOR SEAT TRACK AFT OF EMERGENCY EXIT HAS CORROSION. REPLACED AFT RIGHT FLOOR SEAT TRACK WITH SERVICEABLE TRACK IAW SRM 51-40-02.
- [SDR SWIA200616339](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SWIA200616339), Mar 1, 2006: BATTERY PACK. DISCHARGED. FLOOR LEVEL EMERGENCY LIGHTS AND OVERHEAD LIGHT AT ROW 9 DID NOT ILLUMINATE. REPLACED AFT ELBP WITH SERVICEABLE UNIT. OPERATIONAL CHECK GOOD.

All 91: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N290SW/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/N290SW/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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