Embraer EMB 110 Bandeirante

Key Specifications

Overview

The Embraer EMB 110 Bandeirante is a Brazilian-designed twin-engine transport aircraft that first flew in 1968. This versatile commuter and cargo aircraft became one of Brazil's most successful aviation exports, with over 500 aircraft built. The Bandeirante is renowned for its reliability, rugged construction, and exceptional short-field performance, making it ideal for operations in remote regions with minimal infrastructure. The aircraft features a pressurized cabin, twin Pratt & Whitney PT6A turboprops, and exceptional load-carrying capacity relative to its size. It has been extensively used by commercial airlines, military forces, and government agencies worldwide for passenger transport, cargo operations, and maritime patrol. The design emphasizes simplicity and maintainability, with straightforward systems and components that remain serviceable and affordable. Its ability to operate from unprepared airfields with heavy loads has made it particularly valuable in developing nations and remote regions. The Bandeirante remains in active service globally, with many airframes still flying in their original transport role or converted to specialized missions including aerial surveying, photography, and emergency response.

Technical Specifications

Maximum Speed: 280 knots (523 km/h)
Cruise Speed: 200 knots (370 km/h)
Range: 1,240 nautical miles (2,300 km)
Service Ceiling: 25,000 feet (7,620 m)
Engines: Twin Pratt & Whitney PT6A-27 turboprops
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 11,500 lbs (5,215 kg)
Empty Weight: 7,050 lbs (3,200 kg)
Payload: 4,450 lbs (2,015 kg)
Pressurization: 8,000 feet cabin altitude at 25,000 feet
Wingspan: 50 feet 3 inches (15.32 m)