About the Embraer EMB 120 Brasília
Embraer drew on its experience with the Bandeirante when developing the Brasília for regional routes. The prototype first flew on July 29, 1983. The manufacturer describes a T-tail and a cabin designed for 30 passengers.
Seating capacity
Embraer lists capacity for 30 passengers. BASe Airlines also shows 30 seats on its EMB 120 ER cabin plan. The layout for an individual flight depends on the aircraft and operator.
Cabin layout
The BASe Airlines plan shows one aisle, with individual seats on one side and pairs on the other. It also identifies the main entrance and emergency exits. Check the operator’s plan for the position of your seat.
How to recognize an Embraer EMB 120 Brasília
Look for a narrow fuselage, a low wing with one propeller engine on each side and a T-tail. The T-tail helps distinguish it from the Bandeirante. The registration and model record can confirm the type.
Variants and related aircraft
BASe Airlines illustrates the EMB 120 ER. ICAO assigns E120 to the EMB 120 Brasília and E110 to the earlier EMB 110 Bandeirante.
Frequently asked questions
How many seats does an Embraer EMB 120 have?
Embraer lists capacity for 30 passengers. BASe Airlines shows 30 seats in its EMB 120 ER example.
What does E120 mean on the radar?
E120 is the aircraft type code for the Embraer EMB 120 Brasília.
