# N406QS: 2017 Embraer Executive EMB-505 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Embraer Executive EMB-505](https://openairdocs.org/model/embraer-executive-emb-505) (registry code 3260390, 8 seats) - Engine: [Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E](https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pw535e) (registry code 52297) - Data sheets: [TCDS A60CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A60CE) (Embraer S.A.), [TCDS E00053EN](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E00053EN) (Pratt & Whitney Canada Inc.) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 50500402 - Year built: 2017 - Type: Fixed wing multi engine - Engine type: Turbo-fan - Airworthiness: Standard, commuter - Airworthiness date: March 27, 2017 - Certificate issued: September 10, 2025 - Expires: September 30, 2032 - Mode S code: A4C45A - Owner type: Co-owned, fractional ownership - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=406QS - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N406QS 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): 13 in force ### Matched by airframe (Embraer Executive EMB-505) - [AD 2026-10-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-10-18): Flight Control System · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Jul 6, 2026 - [AD 2026-03-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-03-05): Autopilot Main Servo · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Mar 31, 2026 - [AD 2024-22-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-22-06): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Jan 2, 2025 - [AD 2024-17-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-17-09): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Nov 12, 2024 - [AD 2023-21-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-21-04): Indicating/recording system · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Dec 11, 2023 - [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 2022-05-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-05-12): Elevator Structure, Rudder Structure, Ailerons · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Apr 13, 2022 - [AD 2021-24-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-24-21): Operations · Embraer EMB-500 and EMB-505. Effective Jan 25, 2022 - [AD 2018-07-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-07-10): Flight Controls · Embraer EMB-500 and EMB-505. Effective May 15, 2018 - [AD 2016-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-22-02): Equipment/Furnishing · Embraer EMB-500 and EMB-505. Effective Dec 1, 2016 - [AD 2014-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-19-01): Landing Gear · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Oct 22, 2014 - [AD 2012-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-13-04): Flight Controls · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-505. Effective Aug 6, 2012 ### Matched by engine (Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E) - [AD 2025-05-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-05-13): Turbine Section · Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E and PW535E1. Effective Apr 23, 2025 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2023-22-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-22-11) (historical): Autopilot Main Servo · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Dec 26, 2023 - [AD 2023-21-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-21-06) (historical): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Dec 11, 2023 - [AD 2020-12-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-12-08) (historical): Elevator Structure; Rudder Structure; Ailerons · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Jul 1, 2020 - [AD 2013-22-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-22-20) (historical): Landing Gear · Embraer EMB-505. Effective Nov 8, 2013 - [AD 2011-20-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-20-01) (historical): Flight Controls · Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica EMB-505. Effective Oct 31, 2011 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2 in force) - [SAIB CE-16-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-16-23): Navigation; Degraded Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) Performance When Operating in Areas of Unreliable or Unavailable Global Positioning System (GPS) Signal. Issued Sep 7, 2016 - [SAIB CE-10-46](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-46): Navigation; Embraer EMB-505 Terrain Awareness Warning System (TAWS) Instructions in Airplane Flight Manual. Issued Aug 16, 2010 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N406QS. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N406QS. ## Service difficulty reports (16) 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 DXTA2026050607929](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2026050607929), May 3, 2026: WINDSHIELD. FAILED. CLIMBING THROUGH FL LEVEL 290 LEFT SIDE, COCKPIT WINDSHIELD OUTER PANE SHATTERED. REMOVED THE DISCREPANT WINDSHIELD AND INSTALLED CUSTOMER SUPPLIED NEW WINDSHIE - [SDR DXTA2026022607011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2026022607011), Feb 23, 2026: BATTERY. FAULTY. EMERGENCY LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF. REMOVED INTERMITTENT NR 1 BATTERY INSTALLED RECEIVED REPAIRED EMERGENCY BATTERY INTO NR 1 LOCATION. OPS CHECK GOOD. ALL - [SDR DXTA2026010806460](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2026010806460), Jan 6, 2026: ELECTRONIC UNIT. FAULTY. WHILE CLIMBING THROUGH FL340, RECEIVED PTRIM NML FAIL CAS MESSAGE. FOLLOWED QRH GUIDANCE. ACCOMPANIED WAS ALSO A GND SPLR FAIL MSG. CORRECTIVE ACTION: ARRIVED O - [SDR DXTA2024100900785](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2024100900785), Oct 7, 2024: BATTERY. FAULTED. CABIN EMERG LIGHT: DURING FLIGHT FROM SEATTLE TO BOISE IN THE CLIMB THROUGH APPROXIMATELY 27,000' THE CABIN EMERGENXY LIGHTS (OVERHEAD, SIGN AND FLOOR) STARTED - [SDR JGVR20240416003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/JGVR20240416003), Apr 16, 2024: NUT PLATE. CORRODED. BLENDED CORROSION FROM AROUND THE NUTPLATE ON THE FIRST RIB UNDER THE BAGGAGE FLOOR, PERFORMED NDT AND REPORTED FOR REPAIR DISPOSITION, CLEANED, TREATED, PRIMED - [SDR DXTA2023112010078](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2023112010078), Nov 17, 2023: WINDOW. FAILED. FIRST OFFICER COCKPIT WINDOW: CLIMBING THROUGH FL220 THE RIGHT FRONT WINDSHIELD SHATTERED. BATTERIES HAVE BEEN RECONNECTED, REOVED AND REPLACED WITH "NEW" COPIL - [SDR DXTA2023090594630](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2023090594630), Sep 4, 2023: BATTERY. DEFECTIVE. CABIN EMERGENCY LIGHTS STAY ILLUMINATED WITH THE EMERGENCY LIGHT SWITCH IN THE ARM POSITION. REPEAT WRITE UP. REMOVED "FAULTY" AFT EMERGENCY BATTERY PN 7450LS-0 - [SDR DXTA2023082193600](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2023082193600), Aug 21, 2023: BATTERY. INOPERATIVE. EMERGENCY LIGHTING: EMERGENCY LIGHTS STAY ON WHEN THE EMER LT SWITCH IS IN THE ARM POSITION. REMOVED FAULTY #2 EMERGENCY BATTERY AND INSTALLED ~TESTED" #2 EMERG - [SDR DXTA2023041984540](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2023041984540), Apr 18, 2023: UNKNOWN. UNKNOWN. MAIN DOOR UPPER LOCK INDICATOR GREEN TARGET IS PARTLY OBSTRUCTED BY A SHINY FOIL MATERIAL UNDER THE VISOR WINDOW. PRELINARY INSPECTIONS VENITY DISCREPANAL INSPE - [SDR DXTA2022122777110](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2022122777110), Dec 25, 2022: BATTERY PACK. FAILED. AFTER START THE EMER LT NOT ARM YELLEOW CAS WOULD NOT GO OUT AFTER THE SWITCH WAS PLACED IN THE ARM POSITION. REMOVED AND REPLACED THE NR 1 AND 2 EMERGENCY BATT - [SDR DXTA2022112274500](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2022112274500), Nov 22, 2022: BATTERY. MISSING. SERVICE DOORS: DURING FLIGHT AT APPROXIMATLY 16000 FT HEARD A THUMP AND FELT AIRCRAFT YAW. IMMEDIATLY RETURNED TO BOSTON. ON POST FLIGHT DISCOVERED THAT THAT AI - [SDR DXTA2022051761990](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2022051761990), May 17, 2022: NONE. DAMAGED. CLIMBING THROUGH 6000 FEET, AFTER DEPARTURE, THE RED DOOR PAX OPEN CAS MESSAGE ILLUMINATED WITH THE ORAL WARNING. THE CAST MESSAGE EXTINGUISHED AFTER ABOUT FIVE - [SDR 2022FA0000162](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000162), Mar 17, 2022: BATTERY. FAILED. DISCREPANCY: EMERGENCY BATTERY # 2 WON'T TURN ON EMERGENCY LIGHTS. CORRECTIVE ACTION: PERFORMED TROUBLESHOOTING BASED ON THE EMBRAER PHENOM 300 SDS CHAPTER 33-5 - [SDR DXTA2021123154510](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2021123154510), Dec 31, 2021: BLOWER. FAILED. AFTER GPU FAILED, WE NOTICED A FAINT ELECTRICAL BURNING SMELL IN THE COCKPIT. AVNX FAN FAIL CAS MESSAGE IS ALSO DISPLAYED. AFTER POWERING DOWN AND BACK UP, CAS - [SDR DXTA2021112952680](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2021112952680), Nov 28, 2021: BATTERY. NONE. EMERG LIGHT SWITCH: EMERGENCY LIGHTS STAY ON IN FLIGHT WITH THE SWITCH IN THE ARM POSITION AND FLICKER AFTER FEW MINUTES. // SIGNOFF// ACCOMPLISHED SL 505-33-00 - [SDR DXTA2021100149700](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2021100149700), Sep 30, 2021: NONE. NONE. MAIN DOOR: ON DEPARTURE, CLIMBING THROUGH FL200, MASTER WARNING, DOOR PAX OPEN ILLUMINATED FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS. *** CORRECTIVE ACTION *** GAINED ACCESS TO PASS ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (47) 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 Executive EMB-505) - [STC SA12141IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12141IB): GOGO HDX antenna systems integration. FTI ENGINEERING NETWORK GmbH - [STC SA02279AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02279AT): Installation of a Boom Beam bulb, starter, and ballast. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA04761NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04761NY): True Blue TS56 Emergency Battery Power Supply Replacement. Mid-Continent Instrument Co. Inc - [STC SA12286AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12286AT): Installation of a LEO Connectivity System. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center, USA, Inc - [STC SA12143CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12143CH): Installation of SpaceX Starlink Aviation System. Nextant Aerospace - [STC SA11158SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11158SC): Demonstration of aircraft tolerance to potential electromagnetic interference from certain Transmitting Potable Electronic Devices (T-PEDS). Liberty Partners Inc - [STC SA02779SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02779SE): Installation of Gogo AVANCE L3 Inflight Connectivity System. AeroMech Incorporated - [STC SA12140IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12140IB): Mechanical provisions for the installation of a GOGO HDX antenna. FTI ENGINEERING NETWORK GmbH - [STC SA09887AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09887AC): Installation of an Avionica MK-III mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) and optional 4G or LTE Avionica Cellular Module (avCM. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc - [STC SA03316CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03316CH): Activation of an 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi System. Elliott Aviation Technical Products Development Inc - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA09942AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09942AC): Installation of Schatz Bearing Corporation, Radial Bearing P/N’s : KP60BHT-H-OPG and KP64BHT-H-OPG. AV8 PMA LLC - [STC SA00087IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00087IB): Medical reconfiguration of the EMB-505. UMLAUT ENGINEERING GMBH - [STC SA00076IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00076IB): Installation of Photo luminescent Safety Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH - [STC SA04552AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04552AT): Installation of cargo compartment floor covering. Embraer Engineering and Technology Center, USA, Inc - [STC SA04548AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04548AT): Installation of an Avionica, LLC Quick Access Recorder/Data Concentrator model avRDC MAX (QAR) P/N 804-1250-32 and optional Avionica, LLC Cellular Module LTE (avCM LTE) P/N 650-0100-05. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc - [STC SA00038IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00038IB): Replacement of the Passenger Seat Cushion Covers and Foams on the Embraer S.A. EMB-505. Waypoint Aerotec Limited - [STC SA09856AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09856AC): Installation of BendixKing Aerowave 100 In-flight Data Link System for non-essential, non-required aircraft Cabin Systems & Equipments. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King) - [STC SA01727WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01727WI): Interior Alteration for Installation of a Coffee Maker and Modification of No Smoking Signs. Netjets Aviation Inc - [STC SA04514NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04514NY): Single/Dual Transponder System ADS-B Upgrade. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS - [STC SA04463AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04463AT): Installation of a Gogo Business Aviation Avance L5 Air To Ground (ATG) In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) System. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc - [STC SA03010CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03010CE): Installation of a Lacobucci HF Electronics Nespresso Machine PIN HFE96-28T-10 and/or Monogram System -TIA Division Wavejet Microwave Oven PIN 400-1860-01. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc - [STC SA04397NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04397NY): Installation of Satcom system. 328 Support Services GmbH - [STC SA03003CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03003CE): Installation of an Aviator 200 Satcom System. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc - [STC SA03005CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03005CE): Installation of an Aviator 200 Satcom System. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc - [STC SA03001CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03001CE): Installation of Honeywell High Frequency (HF) Communication System, model KHF1050HF, and AvTec Selective Calling (SELCAL), model CSD-714. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc - [STC SA03006CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03006CE): Installation of a Medical Evacuation Configuration (Medevac). 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 SA00959DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00959DE): Installation of Concorde valve regulated Lead-Acid batteries in replacement of aircraft main batteries. Concorde Battery Corporation - [STC SA00901DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00901DE): Installation of up to Two Exxternally Mounted Gimbal Systems. Straight Flight Inc - [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation - [STC SA03004CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03004CE): In accordance with Part 23 regulations specified in the current certification basis of Type Certificate Number A60CE, installation of pilot's new, extended seat tracks. Embraer S.A - [STC SA03956AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03956AT): Installation of Aircell ATG-4000 High Speed Internet System (AHSI) and Aircell Axxess II Iridium Satcom or Aircell Aviator 200 SBB Satcom, Aircell ATG 5000 High Speed Internet System (AHSI) all with Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Nextant Aerospace - [STC SA03973NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03973NY): Replacement of existing TCAS 7.0 by TCAS 7.1. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS - [STC SA03764NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03764NY): Installation of the Low Gain Satcom Antenna. Roeder Praezision GMBH - [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 SA04278AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04278AT): Installation of a cabin In-Flight Entertainment & Passenger Audio System. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc - [STC SA04145CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04145CH): Installation of a cosmetic threshold in the aft baggage compartment to protect interior coverings/materials from loading and removal of baggage. Elliott Aviation Technical Products Development, Inc - [STC SA04260AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04260AT): Installation of an 802.11 Wireless Internet System. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc - [STC SA04243AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04243AT): Installation of AFT Lavatory Coat Hanger Support. Embraer Engineering & Technology Center - USA Inc - [STC SA01969SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01969SE): Installation of a Mid-Continent MD302 Standby Attitude Module. Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics - [STC SA03352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03352CH): Activation of an 802.11 a/b/g and n Wi-Fi System. Elliott Aviation Technical Products Development, Inc - [STC SA01789WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01789WI): Quasar II Cabin Lighting with eConnect and Noise Mitigation. Duncan Aviation Inc - [STC SA01760WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01760WI): Installation of an Aircell Universal Cabin System (UCS) 5000 with Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Duncan Aviation Inc - [STC SA02121SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02121SE): Installation of Garmin GTS 825 (TAS) or GTS 855 (TCAS I) Traffic System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01703WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01703WI): Installation of Concorde RG-380E/44 and RG-390E VRSLA Batteries. Concorde Battery Corporation - [STC SA01692WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01692WI): Installation of Aircell High Speed Internet (AHSI) System with Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) capability. Duncan Aviation Inc ## Related - Other Embraer Executive EMB-505 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/embraer-executive-emb-505/aircraft.md - The Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pw535e.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.