Crossover Narrowbody Jets

The A220 is another important element in Airbus’ competitive play against Boeing, and scenarios for a broader role are being evaluated.

The announcement was made at China’s Zhuhai Airshow, which Embraer has brought its E195-E2 “Tech Lion” aircraft to.

Lufthansa is in the market for a new fleet of smaller narrowbodies as it seeks to adapt its fleet structure to new market realities.

It is Royal Jordanian Airlines second significant fleet decision within the space of a few days after its order for A320neos.

The manufacturer is trying to convince airlines in southeast Asia to purchase its regional jets.

Facing no new rival, the future of Embraer’s scope-clause-compliant E175 is expected to remain steady.

Crossover narrowbody jets (such as Embraer’s E-Jets and Airbus’s A220 pairing) have been using their distinguishing factor – the ability to create new city pairs – across North America, the mature market in question, for some years.

As a part of their sustainability roadmap and drive towards a greener future, Embraer, along with engine partner Pratt & Whitney, have successfully completed testing of the E195-E2 Tech Lion aircraft, with one engine powered by 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Seen as the best solution to reducing emissions in the short to medium term, two days of ground tests culminated in a 70-minute flight test in Florida. Read article