Embraer’s E190F small jet freighter has reached the latest stage in its move towards operational service with the award of FAA certification for its conversion program and cargo loading system.
Australian charter and contract flying specialist Alliance Airlines has executed two letters of intent (LOI) covering the sale of six Embraer 190 airframes.
Boeing will pay Embraer $150 million to settle differences stemming from the pair’s failed joint venture agreement, the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer said.
At first sight, it seems an odd decision: Why introduce a single example of a different aircraft type into your fleet, with all the potential complexities that could arise?
Air Cairo is planning steady expansion over the rest of the decade, but it appears its small sub-fleet of Embraer 190s will be consigned to a modest role In the process.