Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia

The turboprop commuter built for regional airline growth.

Overview

Embraer Brazil ICAO: E120 1985–Present Active $11 million

The Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia entered service in the mid-1980s as a pressurized regional turboprop. Designed to carry around 30 passengers, it helped expand regional networks. The aircraft saw widespread international use.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
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Engine type
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Power
1,800 hp · 1,342 kW
Avionics
Rockwell Collins Pro Line II
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
37 economy · 30 business
Crew
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Cabin width
6 ft 11 in  ·  2.10 m
Cabin height
5 ft 9 in  ·  1.76 m
Cabin length
30 ft 9 in  ·  9.38 m
Exterior length
65 ft 7 in  ·  20.00 m
Tail height
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Fuselage diameter
7 ft 6 in  ·  2.28 m
Wing span
64 ft 11 in  ·  19.78 m
Baggage volume
222 ft³  ·  6.3 m³
Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
128,000 lb  ·  58,000 kg
Max landing weight
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Max payload
7,300 lb  ·  3,300 kg
Fuel capacity
860 gal · 3,200 L · 2,600 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
315 kt  ·  362 mph  ·  583 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
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Range
800 nm  ·  920 mi  ·  1,480 km
Fuel burn
0.94 nm/gal  ·  0.46 km/L
Ceiling
32,000 ft  ·  9,800 m
Rate of climb
12 ft/min  ·  0 m/s
Takeoff distance
5,100 ft  ·  1,560 m
Landing distance
4,550 ft  ·  1,380 m
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Embraer EMB-120ER Brasilia

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Operational Context

Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia — commuter turboprop aircraft

The EMB 120 first flew in 1983 and entered service in 1985. It was developed to meet growing demand for reliable regional transport. The aircraft features a low wing and retractable landing gear.

Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW118 turboprop engines producing approximately 1,800 shaft horsepower each power the aircraft. Cruise speed approaches 300 knots (556 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 26,000 pounds (11,794 kg).

The EMB 120 became a mainstay of commuter airlines in North and South America. Production ended in the early 2000s. Many aircraft remain in cargo and regional service.

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