Embraer, the Brazilian aerospace manufacturer, delivered a total of 30 aircraft in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a 20% year-over-year increase. The improved performance signals a solid start to the year and renewed momentum in both its commercial and executive aviation segments.
In a strategic move to bolster its international partnerships, Marathon Airlines of Greece has successfully placed a second Embraer E190 aircraft, with serial number 19000163, with Aeroitalia, an Italian airline. This aircraft will operate under a wet lease agreement, indicating Marathon Airlines’ commitment to expanding its operational footprint and strengthening ties within the European aviation market.
American Eagle, a key player in regional air travel in the United States, has further strengthened its operational fleet by acquiring a new Embraer E175 aircraft. This aircraft, marked with serial number 17000988, is equipped with powerful CF34-8E5 engines from GE Aviation.
Lithuanian aviation maintenance provider FL Technics has been officially granted EASA Part-145 approval to perform heavy maintenance on Embraer E170 and E190 aircraft.
Irish lessor Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) has executed a sale agreement involving an Embraer E195 airframe with UK-based aviation services provider Avtrade.
Air Astana Group, based in Kazakhstan, announced plans to expand its total fleet to 63 aircraft by the end of 2025 and has extended its guidance to reach 84 aircraft by the end of 2029. This fleet expansion aligns with the airline’s strategy of simplification and operational efficiency amid ongoing global supply chain challenges.
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has approved a share buyback program targeting its own issued shares, with plans to acquire up to 1.0 million shares within a 12-month period ending March 2026.
National Jet Express (NJE) has further strengthened its operations by adding two new aircraft to its fleet—a Q400, serial 4246, and an Embraer E190, serial 19000483. With these latest acquisitions, NJE’s total fleet now stands at 26 aircraft, reinforcing its regional and charter services across Australia.
XEJet (Nigeria) has announced a strategic partnership with Zela Aviation (Cyprus) to promote the ACMI leasing of its Embraer ERJ145 aircraft. This collaboration aims to enhance XEJet’s presence in the regional leasing market, offering flexible capacity solutions for airlines in need of short-term or seasonal aircraft availability.
Western Air (Bahamas) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Embraer ERJ145, serial 145643, powered by Rolls-Royce AE3007A1E engines. This latest addition reinforces the airline’s regional connectivity and fleet modernization strategy.
