Azorra, a US-based aircraft lessor, has successfully closed a US$190 million financing agreement with Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social (BNDES) of Brazil. This significant facility will fund the acquisition of up to eight Embraer E2 jets, further solidifying Azorra’s commitment to fleet expansion and modernization. This financing marks the first-ever collaboration between BNDES and ITASCA MGA, a UK-based financial…
The Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional (Sedena), the governmental department overseeing Mexicana, has increased its budget request to US$1.0 billion to finance the purchase of 20 Embraer E2 aircraft currently on order. This significant investment highlights Sedena’s ambition to modernize Mexicana’s fleet and enhance its operational capacity.
GOAL Aircraft Leasing, a prominent German leasing company, has finalized a sale and leaseback agreement with Porter Airlines (Canada) for two Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. These modern jets will be operated by Porter Airlines under long-term lease arrangements, further strengthening its fleet for regional and transcontinental operations.
Embraer, a leading Brazilian aerospace manufacturer, delivered 75 aircraft in the fourth quarter of 2024, maintaining the same output as in the corresponding period of 2023. For the full year, Embraer delivered a total of 206 aircraft, representing a 14% year-over-year increase compared to 2023.
Porter Airlines Canada has taken delivery of its latest addition, an Embraer E195-E2 aircraft with serial number 19020155. This modern jet is powered by PW1921G engines, offering enhanced fuel efficiency and performance.
Total Linhas Aéreas, a Brazilian airline, has reserved registrations for three ex-Breeze Airways Embraer E195 aircraft. The aircraft, identified by their serial numbers 19000196, 19000244, and 19000281, are set to join Total Linhas Aéreas’ fleet, marking a strategic move to enhance its operational capacity.
JetBlue Airways has announced tentative plans to conclude the service of its Embraer E190 fleet by 02 September 2025, marking the end of an era for these regional jets within the airline’s operations. The retirement aligns with JetBlue’s strategy to modernize its fleet with newer, more efficient aircraft.
Binter, the Canary Islands-based airline, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new E195-E2 aircraft. This delivery marks a significant step in the airline’s fleet modernization efforts, bringing advanced technology and enhanced passenger comfort to its operations. The newly acquired aircraft, bearing serial number 19020163, is powered by PW1921G engines, which are celebrated for their superior efficiency…
Azul, a prominent Brazilian carrier, has added a new E195-E2 aircraft to its fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 19020149, has been acquired on lease and is equipped with the advanced PW1900G engines, known for their fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
A tragic incident occurred involving an AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer E190, serial 19000630, which was diverted to Aktau and crash-landed with 67 people onboard. The accident resulted in 28 survivors, while the aircraft was completely destroyed. A criminal investigation has been launched to examine the presence of shrapnel damage, which is believed to have contributed to the incident.
