EMBRAER EMB-120ER

01 /  Distribution

Where the fleet lives and was built

Counts of currently-registered EMBRAER EMB-120ER aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.

02 /  NTSB Records

Events involving EMBRAER EMB-120ER aircraft

7 event(s) on file. Showing the most recent 7.

• Sep 20, 2018

  N233SW

  40 nm vicinity south of Lake Jackson, Texas

  NTSB Docket →

• Sep 12, 2017

  N121CZ

  Greeley, Colorado

  NTSB Docket →

• Feb 21, 2000

  N566SW

  FRESNO, California

  NTSB Docket →

• Nov 29, 1996

  N291SW

  LOS ANGELES, California Minor

  NTSB Docket →

• Oct 14, 1969

  N405PA

  AGANA, GU

  NTSB Docket →

• Nov 25, 1965

  N405PA

  JAMAICA, New York

  NTSB Docket →

• Feb 11, 1964

  N229SW

  GANDER NEWFOUNDLD, CD

  NTSB Docket →

03 /  Airworthiness Directives

FAA directives applicable to EMBRAER EMB-120ER

7 directive(s) on file. Showing the most recent 7.

• May 25, 2017

  Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes

  We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Embraer S.A. Model EMB-120, -120ER, -120FC, -120QC, and -120RT airplanes. This AD was prompted by changes to the airworthiness limitations, which add life-limited landing gear parts not previously identified. This AD requires revising the maintenance or inspec…

  Atlas AD → Federal Register ↗

• Dec 21, 2016

  Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (Embraer)

  We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Embraer S.A. Model EMB-120, -120ER, -120FC, -120QC, and -120RT airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by changes to the airworthiness limitations, which add life-limited landing gear parts not previously identified. This proposed AD would require revisin…

  Atlas AD → Federal Register ↗

• Apr 6, 2004

  Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120 Series Airplanes

  This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain EMBRAER Model EMB-120 series airplanes. This proposal would require installing three new vertical cargo nets in cargo-configured cabins. This action is necessary to prevent significant movement of cargo during opera…

  Atlas AD → Federal Register ↗

• Sep 26, 2000

  Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120, EMB-120ER, and EMB-120RT Series Airplanes

  This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain EMBRAER Model EMB-120, EMB-120ER, and EMB-120RT series airplanes, that requires removal of a certain fastener, if applicable, and sealing of the corresponding fastener hole. This action is necessary to prevent contact between one of the bo…

  Atlas AD → Federal Register ↗

• Jun 27, 2000

  Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120, EMB-120ER, and EMB-120RT Series Airplanes

  This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain EMBRAER Model EMB-120, EMB-120ER, and EMB-120RT series airplanes. This proposal would require removal of a certain fastener, if applicable, and sealing of the corresponding fastener hole. This action is necessary to…

  Atlas AD → Federal Register ↗

• Feb 11, 1998

  Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica, S.A. (EMBRAER), Model EMB-120 Series Airplanes

  This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain EMBRAER Model EMB-120 series airplanes, that requires deactivation of certain circuit breakers, and a revision to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to provide operational procedures to prevent loss of electrical power following an engine fl…

  Atlas AD → Federal Register ↗

• Nov 28, 1997

  Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica, S.A. (EMBRAER), Model

  This document proposes the adoption of a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain EMBRAER Model EMB-120 series airplanes. This proposal would require deactivation of certain circuit breakers, and a revision to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to provide operational procedures to prevent loss of e…

  Atlas AD → Federal Register ↗

04 /  Type Certificate Data Sheets

FAA TCDS for EMBRAER EMB-120ER

The TCDS is the legal certification document — weight limits, performance, equipment, AD compliance times, operating limitations. 1 match in the FAA catalog.

• A31SO Historical Rev 9 · 12/15/2009

  Embraer - Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A.

  Models: EMB-120ER, EMB-120, EMB-120RT, EMB-120FC + 1 more

  Atlas TCDS → DRS ↗

06 /  Supplemental Type Certificates

Modifications approved for EMBRAER EMB-120ER

128 STCs on file — every FAA-approved modification, alteration, or installation for this aircraft. STOL kits, avionics, fuel systems, floats, engine swaps, you name it.

• 09/26/2025

  STC ST03885AT

  Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module

  Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc.

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 04/01/2025

  STC ST104CH

  Installation of a TCAS I and optional Data Recorder Unit

  Acron Aviation Inc.

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 03/24/2025

  STC ST02472AT

  Installation of a mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) model MKI, MKII, or MKIII

  Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc.

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 03/24/2025

  STC ST03885AT

  Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module

  Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc.

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 10/18/2024

  STC ST01110DE

  Installation of a Luma Technologies Multiple Alarm Panel (MAP)

  Peregrine

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 08/27/2024

  STC ST00215IB

  Installation of saf-Tglo ECO Photoluminescent Aisle Path Marking Systems

  STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 06/10/2024

  STC ST01110DE

  Installation of a Luma Technologies Multiple Alarm Panel (MAP)

  Peregrine

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 05/01/2024

  STC ST00197IB

  Installation of the Universal Quick Access Recorder (uQAR)

  Flight Data Technologies Inc.

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 11/22/2023

  STC ST03885AT

  Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module

  Archeion Holdings LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 06/09/2023

  STC ST02472AT

  Installation of a mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) model MKI, MKII, or MKIII

  Archeion Holdings LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 06/09/2023

  STC ST02472AT

  Installation of a mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) model MKI, MKII, or MKIII

  Archeion Holdings LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 05/26/2023

  STC ST04562NY

  Installation of saf-Tglo® SuperSeal UltraLite-X (SSUL-X) Photoluminescent Floor Proximity Emergency Escape Path Marking Systems

  STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 02/22/2023

  STC ST00098IB

  Introduction of ADS-B Out

  STC Twenty One Limited

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 12/12/2022

  STC ST104CH

  Installation of a TCAS I and optional Data Recorder Unit

  L3Harris Aviation Products Inc.

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 12/08/2022

  STC ST03022AT

  Installation of a Sandel Model ST3400 Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS).

  Woven Electronics, LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 11/22/2022

  STC ST03375AT

  Installation of Garmin GPS 165 TSO Global Positioning System (GPS).

  Woven Electronics

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 11/09/2022

  STC ST00598WI

  Conversion of airplane from a passenger configuration to an all cargo configuration.

  Worldwide Aviation LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 02/17/2022

  STC ST03885AT

  Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module

  Archeion Holdings LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 02/17/2022

  STC ST03885AT

  Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module

  Archeion Holdings LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 02/17/2022

  STC ST03885AT

  Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module

  Archeion Holdings LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 09/22/2021

  STC SA8840SW

  Replace core assembly of AiResearch Primary/Secondary Air-to-Air Heat Exchanger, part number 194546-3

  Honeywell International Inc.

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 09/17/2021

  STC SA8466SW

  Recore of AiResearch Engine Oil Coolers Part Numbers 160282-3 and 160282-4 with LORI Core Assembly Part Number L8602548-1

  Honeywell International Inc.

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 08/27/2019

  STC ST03885AT

  Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module

  Archeion Holdings LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 08/21/2019

  STC ST02472AT

  Installation of a mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) model MKI, MKII, or MKIII

  Archeion Holdings LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 05/08/2019

  STC ST04340NY

  Installation of TCAS 7.1 (ACAS II) upgrade of Prior Existing TCAS 7.0

  Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 03/19/2019

  STC ST03089NY

  Replacement of certain Goodrich pneumatic deicer boots

  SMR Technologies Inc

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 10/10/2018

  STC ST00885LA

  Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles.

  AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 04/30/2018

  STC ST00885LA

  Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles.

  AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 04/27/2018

  STC ST02499AK

  Approval of the Thomas Global Systems TFD8601Active Matrix Liquid Crystal Display installed

  ADS-B Technologies, LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

• 04/26/2018

  STC ST04136CH

  Installation of a TFD-8601 EFIS (Electronic Flight Instrument System) Display

  StandardAero Business Aviation Services, LLC

  Atlas STC → DRS ↗

+ 98 more STCs on file

07 /  PMA replacement parts

FAA-approved replacement parts for EMBRAER EMB-120ER

5 parts on file from the FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval database. Each is a non-OEM part the FAA has authorized for use as a replacement on this aircraft type.

• EMB120-TCAS-900#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0C946557504067EC862577D000610A7F.0001##

  Top Kit, Rockwell Collins TCAS-94 System

  B/E Aerospace Inc replaces Modification Part

  PMA holder →

• EMB120-TCAS-901#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F00AA6C033AD034C862577DF007608EC.0001##

  Top Kit, Honeywell CAS-67A

  B/E Aerospace Inc replaces Modification Part

  PMA holder →

• 800385WE#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID188938753520250715205645.0001##

  STRAINER

  Wencor LLC (formerly Dixie Aerospace LLC) replaces 800385

  PMA holder →

• 305560WE#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID114618024320250715205643.0001##

  TUBE, SYPHON

  Wencor LLC (formerly Dixie Aerospace LLC) replaces 305560

  PMA holder →

• 802297WE#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID110884353520250715205641.0001##

  STRAINER ASSEMBLY-SYPHON TUBE

  Wencor LLC (formerly Dixie Aerospace LLC) replaces 802297

  PMA holder →

04 /  Regulations watching this type

Advisory Circulars and Federal Register activity for EMBRAER EMB-120ER

05 /  Aircraft of this type

All 39 registered N-numbers

Every tail currently on the FAA registry for this make/model. Click an N-number to query the FAA Aircraft Inquiry; rows flagged ● have NTSB events on file. Tails seeded with full TallyAero pages link directly.

05 /  Sources & Methodology

Every count traces back to a primary US-government source

• FAA Aircraft Registry →

  Refreshed Apr 27, 2026

  Available

• NTSB CAROL →

  Refreshed Apr 27, 2026

  Available

• Federal Register (FAA Airworthiness Directives) →

  Refreshed Apr 27, 2026

  Available

We render counts and lists as the agency publishes them. Read the methodology →