Airworthiness Directive · Amendment 39-22207 · Flight controls
Embraer S.A. Airplanes
This AD applies to Embraer S.A. Model EMB-545 airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) AD 2022-02-02, effective February 23, 2022 (ANAC AD 2022-02-02).
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Embraer S.A. Model EMB-545 airplanes. This AD was prompted by an error that was detected in the airplane takeoff configuration warning logic. The error prevents the system from sounding an aural alert "No Takeoff Trim" for the flightcrew. This AD requires the installation of a new software version of engine indication and crew alert system (EICAS), as specified in an Ag[ecirc]ncia Nacional de Avia[ccedil][atilde]o Civil (ANAC) AD, which is incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Except as specified in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD: Comply with all required actions and compliance times specified in, and in accordance with, ANAC AD 2022-02-02.
(1) Where ANAC AD 2022-02-02 refers to its effective date, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
(2) The “Alternative methods of compliance (AMOC)” section of ANAC AD 2022-02-02 does not apply to this AD.
(3) Where paragraph (b) of ANAC AD 2022-02-02 specifies acceptable higher software versions, replace “For higher software versions, use the applicable Service Bulletin recommended by the Manufacturer” with “For higher software versions, use the applicable Service Bulletin approved by ANAC and recommended by the Manufacturer.”
Although the service information referenced in ANAC AD 2022-02-02 specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement.
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or responsible Flight Standards Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Validation Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-AVS-AIR-730-AMOC@faa.gov. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the responsible Flight Standards Office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA; or ANAC; or ANAC's authorized Designee. If approved by the ANAC Designee, the approval must include the Designee's authorized signature.
For more information about this AD, contact Hassan Ibrahim, Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, FAA, International Validation Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone 206-231-3653; email Hassan.M.Ibrahim@faa.gov.
The aircraft, engines and makers this AD names, by the model designations in its text. A model listed here may still be outside the AD's serial ranges.
