Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135 and -145 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2004-12-22 · Effective 2005-01-26 · 69 FR 76605
Document
Document number
04-27509
Federal Register citation
69 FR 76605
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135 and -145 Series
Publication date
2004-12-22
Effective date
2005-01-26
FAA docket
Docket No. 2003-NM-97-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Model EMB-135 and -145 series airplanes. This AD requires modification of the pitch trim system, which includes replacing certain components of the system with new or serviceable components, and upgrading certain software to a newer version. This action is necessary to prevent the temporary loss of the pitch trim command, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane and consequent injury to the flightcrew and passengers. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.