Embraer EMB 121 Xingu
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The Embraer EMB 121 Xingu (pronounced "shingoo") is a twin-turboprop fixed-wing aircraft built by the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer, Embraer. The design is based on the EMB 110 Bandeirante, using its wing and engine design merged with an all-new fuselage. The EMB 121 first flew on 10 October 1976.[1]
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EMB 121 Xingu | |
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French Air and Space Force Xingu | |
Role | Utility aircraft |
National origin | Brazil |
Manufacturer | Embraer |
First flight | 10 October 1976 |
Introduction | 20 May 1977 |
Status | Active |
Primary users | French Air and Space Force Brazilian Air Force |
Produced | 1977-1987 |
Number built | 106 |
Developed from | EMB 110 Bandeirante |
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A modified form of the EMB 121, the EMB 121A1 Xingu II, was introduced on 4 September 1981 with a more powerful engine (PT6A-135), increased seating (8 or 9 passengers) and a larger fuel capacity.
Before production ceased in 1987, Embraer had produced 106 EMB 121 aircraft, 51 of which were exported to countries outside Brazil.[2]