This statement provides an update on the AAIB investigation into a serious incident involving an Embraer ERJ 170-100 LR, registration G-CIXW, on descent into Birmingham Airport on 7 June 2021.
The pilots were alerted to a pitch trim failure and associated autopilot failure, which resulted in greater nose-down control forces in pitch, requiring the pilot to use more force to control the aircraft than was normal for an approach. On landing, the pilots were alerted to a fault in the steering system. No injuries or damage were reported. The investigation is nearing completion and the report will shortly be disseminated for consultation. Publication of the report is expected in the fourth quarter of 2022.