# N460QS: 2023 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: 50500730
- Year built: 2023
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Turbo-fan
- Airworthiness: Standard, commuter
- Airworthiness date: June 16, 2023
- Certificate issued: September 4, 2026
- Expires: September 30, 2033
- Mode S code: A59B0A
- Owner type: Co-owned, fractional ownership
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=460QS
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N460QS

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 N460QS.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N460QS.

## Service difficulty reports (8)

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 DXTA2026082509414](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2026082509414), Aug 23, 2026: WARNING MESSAGE. FALSE ACTIVATION. RAM AIR FAIL WHITE CAS ILLUMINATED WITH ASSOCIATED YELLOW X OVER THE RAM AIR VALVE ON ECS SYNOPTIC. CAS MESSAGE APPEARED INTERMITTENTLY 4 TIMES DURING THE DESCE
- [SDR DXTA2026010906453](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2026010906453), Jan 5, 2026: ACTUATOR. FAULTED. AT FL430 THE PTRIM NML FAIL AMBER CAS MESSAGE PRESENTED (PICTURE ATTACHED). THE PITCH TRIM INDICATOR ON THE MFD INITIALLY HAD AN AMBER X AND THEN CLEARED. THE C
- [SDR DXTA2025081804625](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2025081804625), Aug 14, 2025: CONTROL UNIT. FAULTED. LEFT & RIGHT MAIN GEAR BRAKES ARE INOPERATIVE. ON INITIAL BRAKE CHECK, BRIEFLY LOCKED. ON TAXI, THE BRAKES CHATTER LOUDLY & ARE INEFFECTIVE. BRAKES FULLY APPLIE
- [SDR DXTA2025081404584](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2025081404584), Aug 12, 2025: BATTERY PACK. DEFECTIVE. EMERGENCY LIGHTS STAY ON WHEN SWITCH IS IN THE ARM POSITION, AIRCRAFT ON THE GROUND TRIED WITH GPU CONNECTED AND GPU DISCONNECTED. CORRECTIVE ACTION: REPLACED #
- [SDR DXTA2025052703590](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2025052703590), May 22, 2025: RUDDER. FAULTED. WHILE IN FLIGHT VENTRAL RUDDER FAIL WHITE CAS MESSAGE POSTED. WE RAN THE CHECKLIST. IT EXTINGUISHED BEFORE LANDING. CORRECTIVE ACTION: PERFORMED OPERATIONAL CHE
- [SDR DXTA2025051403458](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2025051403458), May 12, 2025: BRAKE. MALFUNCTIONED. MLG BRAKE PRESSURE: WHILE PREFLIGHTING THE AIRCRAFT WE MOTORED THE ENGINES TO CHECK OIL AND ADD PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE SYSTEM. AFTER ENGINE START WE TARTED TO TA
- [SDR DXTA2023092996780](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2023092996780), Sep 28, 2023: UNKNOWN. UNKNOWN. VIOLENT SHUDDER WHEN BRAKES APPLIED ON RIGHT BRAKE. PERFORMED TAXI & MULTIPLE BRAKE CHECKS, NO ABNORMAL GRABBING, CHATTERING, OR NOISES, AIRCRAFT IN HANGAR, REM
- [SDR DXTA2023082193480](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2023082193480), Aug 18, 2023: UNKNOWN. UNKNOWN. MAIN DOOR: MAIN ENTRY DOOR IS VERY DIFFICULT TO OPEN OR CLOSE. WITH DOOR OPEN, MECHANISM WORKS SMOOTHLY, BUT WHEN CLOSING OR OPENING DOOR IT BINDS AND GET VERY 

## Service difficulty reports on N460QS not matched to an aircraft (14)

They name N460QS, but no registry record covers the date, the aircraft registered then was built later, or the report describes another aircraft.

- [SDR 2013F00126](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013F00126), Jun 3, 2013: ROD END. DAMAGED. R & R FLIGHT SPOILER PUSHROD END ASSY IAW CB 203. PART DETERMINED TO NO LONGER BE SERVICABLE, PN 1159CM20263.
- [SDR 2013F00125](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013F00125), Jun 3, 2013: FITTING. CORRODED. WHILE REMOVING BOLT FROM RT FLAP TRACK FITTING, FOUND THE UPPER FITTING TO HAVE EXTREME CORROSION ON INBD FACE OF FITTING.
- [SDR DXTA2010122004369](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2010122004369), Dec 18, 2010: HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. WARNING LIGHT. AFTER APPROX 50 MINUTES IN FLT, DURING CRUISE AT FL 380, AMBER HYD QTY LOW CAS ILLUMINATED. HYD PAGE QTY SHOWED COMBINED QTY JUST ABOVE LOW MARK. OVER THE NEXT 
- [SDR N93A06142010C](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N93A06142010C), Jun 14, 2010: LUG. CORRODED. DURING REMOVAL OF HORIZONTAL STABILIZER NOTED SIGNIFICANT CORROSION IN RIGHT HORIZONTAL STABILZER TO VERTICAL STABILZER ATTACH LUGS (VERTICAL STAB SIDE).
- [SDR N93A06142010B](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N93A06142010B), Jun 14, 2010: LUG. CORRODED. DURING REMOVAL OF HORIZONTAL STABILIZER, NOTED SIGNIFICANT CORROSION IN LT HORIZ STABILZER TO VERT STABILZER ATTACH LUGS (VERT STAB SIDE).
- [SDR N93A06142010A](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N93A06142010A), Jun 14, 2010: ATTACH FITTING. CORRODED. DURING REMOVAL OF MLG FOR O/H, NOTED SIGNIFICANT CORROSION IN MLG ATTACH BORES OF THE RT WING SPONSON RIB.
- [SDR N93A06142010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N93A06142010), Jun 14, 2010: RIB. CORRODED. DURING REMOVAL OF MLG FOR O/H, NOTED SIGNIFICANT CORROSION IN MLG ATTACH BORES OF THE LT WING SPONSON RIB.
- [SDR N93A26012008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N93A26012008), Jan 26, 2008: CONNECTOR. DISCONNECTED. AFTER GEAR EXTENSION LT MAIN LANDING GEAR DOWN LOCK LIGHT DID NOT ILLUMINATE. MAINTENANCE FOUND LT DOWNLOCK SWITCH CONNECTOR DISCONNECTED. RECONNECTED AND OPS C
- [SDR N93A08062007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N93A08062007), Jun 8, 2007: UNKNOWN. SMOKE. AFTER SELECTING COWL ANTI ICE, SMOKE FILLED CABIN, DISSIPATED WHEN SELECTING COWL ANTI ICE OFF. OPEN, FURTHER DATA TO FOLLOW.
- [SDR N93A08022007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N93A08022007), Feb 8, 2007: UNKNOWN. UNKNOWN. SMOKE IN LAV CASS MESSAGE ILLUMINATED. MAINTENANCE WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE DISCREPANCY. POWERED UP ALL ACCESSORIES AND CHECKED DETECTION SYSTEM. ALL CHECKED GOO
- [SDR 136001042007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/136001042007), Jan 4, 2007: HEATER. ODOR. SMOKE AND ODOR EMTTED FROM GALLEY HOT CUP.
- [SDR 136001102006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/136001102006), Jan 10, 2006: FLAP. MALFUNCTIONED. FLAPS WOULD NOT RETRACT PAST 10 DEGREES.
- [SDR 1360112205](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/1360112205), Nov 22, 2005: ACTUATOR. LEAKING. CHECK HYD QTY MSG ILLUMINATED, QTY WENT TO ZERO, PRESSURE REMAINED AT 3000 PSI. UPON GEAR EXTENSION LEVEL WENT ABOVE LOW.
- [SDR 2001FA0000035](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000035), Jun 20, 2001: RIB. CRACKED. WHILE DOING A SCHEDULE VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE WING IT WAS NOTED A CRACK WAS IN RIB WEB. THE RIB IS LOCATED NEXT TO THE LAST OUTBOARD LEFT WING. CRACK IS 7 INC

## 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

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