About the Embraer Bandeirante
The Bandeirante first flew on October 22, 1968. The aircraft was an early step in Brazil’s regional aircraft industry. Embraer names Air Littoral as the first international customer for the civil version.
Seating capacity
The European type certificate lists up to 21 passengers for the EMB 110P2. For the EMB 110P1, it lists a configuration for 18 passengers and a separate private-transport configuration for 19. These passenger counts exclude crew.
Cabin layout
The P1 and P2 have different approved interiors. The P1 design has a cargo door and reinforced floor, while the certificate describes different seats and an interior arrangement for the P2. To identify the seating on a particular aircraft, check the model and the operator’s cabin plan.
How to recognize an Embraer Bandeirante
Look for a compact fuselage with a low wing and one propeller engine on each side. A photo may identify the family. The registration and full model name are more useful for distinguishing individual variants.
Variants and related aircraft
The EMB 110P1 and P2 are two Bandeirante models with different passenger configurations. ICAO groups the Bandeirante and the EMB 111 Bandeirulha under E110.
Frequently asked questions
How many passengers can an EMB 110 carry?
It depends on the model and approved configuration. The EMB 110P2 can carry up to 21 passengers, while the EMB 110P1 has an 18-passenger configuration and a 19-passenger private configuration.
What does E110 mean on the radar?
E110 is the aircraft type code for the EMB 110 Bandeirante and the related EMB 111 Bandeirulha.