EMB 120 Brasilia vs PA-31 Navajo
The EMB 120 Brasilia and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Embraer and Piper respectively. Top speed is 608 km/h for the EMB 120 Brasilia vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The EMB 120 Brasilia has an operational range of 1,750 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The EMB 120 Brasilia operates at altitudes up to 9,083 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 11,500 kg MTOW, the EMB 120 Brasilia is 3.9x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The EMB 120 Brasilia has been produced in 357 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 15 years before the EMB 120 Brasilia (1964 vs 1979).
| Brazilian regional airliner, developed during the 1980s, known for its service with airlines for short-haul flights and military deployments. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| First flight | 27 July 1979 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 357 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 39.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 608 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,750 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,083 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,070 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 231 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EMB 120 Brasilia or PA-31 Navajo?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is faster with a maximum speed of 608 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 188 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EMB 120 Brasilia or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a longer range at 1,875 km compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 1,750 km.
Which can fly higher, the EMB 120 Brasilia or PA-31 Navajo?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher service ceiling at 9,083 meters (29,799 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the EMB 120 Brasilia or PA-31 Navajo?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the EMB 120 Brasilia or PA-31 Navajo?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is longer at 20.0 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the EMB 120 Brasilia or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 18 years before the EMB 120 Brasilia which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EMB 120 Brasilia or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 357 units of the EMB 120 Brasilia.