AD 2001-13-14
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Embraer | EMB-120 | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Loss of control events occurring on EMBRAER Model EMB-120 series airplanes during icing conditions, indicating flight crews may not have correctly determined the severity of ice accretion and the need for immediate action to prevent excessive loss of airspeed.
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Required Actions
Revise the Airplane Flight Manual, install a placard on the main instrument panel, and remove the 'LIGHT-HEAVY' inflation switch of the leading edge deicing boots.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
EMBRAER Model EMB-120 series airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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