Embraer has officially inaugurated its new commercial Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas, marking a major expansion of the company’s support infrastructure for North American operators of its E-Jet family.
SkyWest, one of the largest regional airline operators in the United States, has placed a firm order for 60 Embraer aircraft, with purchase rights for 50 additional units. The announcement underscores SkyWest’s commitment to fleet renewal and strategic growth, as deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027. The total order, if fully exercised, carries a list price value…
SkyWest Airlines, one of the largest regional carriers in the United States, is in advanced negotiations with Embraer to place a firm order for over 50 E175 regional jets. The potential deal, expected to be publicly announced at the upcoming Paris Airshow, would mark one of the year’s largest commitments for the E175 platform.
Piedmont Airlines, a regional affiliate of American Airlines, has confirmed it will begin receiving 45 Embraer E175aircraft starting in early 2028, with deliveries spread over a 36-month period. The move represents a major fleet expansion and modernization step, reaffirming Piedmont’s central role in American’s regional network.
Envoy, a U.S. regional airline and subsidiary of American Airlines Group, has announced plans to expand its fleet with the addition of 33 brand-new E175 aircraft. These new aircraft will bring Envoy’s total fleet commitment to 214 aircraft, further cementing its role as a leading regional carrier.
Bestfly, an Angolan airline, has taken delivery of one Embraer E175 to operate on behalf of two oil companies in Pointe Noire, Republic of the Congo. This delivery underscores Bestfly’s strategic partnership in supporting the logistics and transportation needs of the energy sector in the region.
Alaska Airlines has announced a delay in the delivery of two E175 aircraft that were scheduled for May 2025, alongside adjustments to its summer 2025 flight schedule. The airline attributes these decisions to the “uncertain economic environment” and the financial impact of tariffs that have disrupted its supply chain and overall aircraft acquisition plans.
Azorra, a U.S.-based aircraft leasing firm, has announced the execution of definitive purchase agreements to acquire a substantial portfolio of 49 Embraer E-Jets and two GE CF34 engines from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). The aircraft and engines are leased to 12 different airline customers worldwide, highlighting the deal’s geographic and operational diversity.
Republic Airways, a prominent U.S. regional carrier, has taken delivery of a new Embraer E175 aircraft, carrying serial number 17000990. The aircraft is powered by CF34-8E5 engines, produced by GE Aerospace, and will serve routes under its existing capacity purchase agreements with major U.S. network airlines.
Star Air, a fast-growing Indian regional airline, has taken delivery of its 10th Embraer E175, signaling continued confidence in regional jet operations. The airline has ambitious plans to add four more E175s by March 2026 and to expand its total fleet to 25 aircraft by March 2027, according to recent announcements.
