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Embraer 120 Brasília ​

Embraer · E120

A RECAT F turboprop with 2 engines. Cruises at about 280 kts. Is vulnerable to wake turbulence from heavier types.

2x TurbopropSmall+RECAT FFL320 ceilingILS capable

Embraer 120 Brasília

Photo: Alf van Beem · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons

Performance ​

ParameterValue
Engines2 x Turboprop
Weight classSmall+ (S+)
RECAT-EU categoryF (Light)
Service ceiling32,000 ft (FL320)
Max climb rate1,500 fpm
Max descent rate1,500 fpm

Speed envelope ​

Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.

ParameterValue
Minimum speed90 kts
Landing speed95 kts
Cruise speed~280 kts TAS
Maximum speed~315 kts TAS

Runway requirements ​

Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length9,479 ft / 1.56 nm / 2,889 m
Landing field length8,385 ft / 1.38 nm / 2,556 m

Equipment ​

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category7

Where you'll see it ​

The Embraer 120 Brasília is a regional turboprop used on short-haul passenger services. Common at smaller airports and on feeder routes into major hubs.


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