Aviation

Virgin Australia Places Order for Embraer E190-E2 Jets

Virgin Australia has solidified a firm order with Embraer for eight E190-E2 small narrowbody aircraft, as part of its comprehensive fleet renewal strategy.

These new aircraft, recognized as the world’s most fuel-efficient single-aisle planes with the lowest noise emissions, will enhance Virgin Australia‘s fleet by complementing its larger narrowbodies and replacing the long-serving Fokker aircraft. The order will be officially recorded in Embraer’s Q3 backlog, with deliveries slated to commence in the second half of 2025.

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The E190-E2, set to join the fleet late next year, will primarily serve charter flights for VARA, strengthening its role as a leading operator in the WA charter market.

Building on 20 years of operational excellence from the first-generation E-Jets, the E190-E2 boasts advanced aerodynamics, innovative wing design, and cutting-edge technology that significantly reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption. It is certified to operate with blends of up to 50% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and has proven through test flights the engine’s capability to run on 100% SAF.

Embraer is dedicated to advancing products, solutions, and technologies that contribute to the aviation industry’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040 and carbon-neutral growth starting from 2022. By 2040, Embraer plans to utilize 25% SAF in its operations and intends to rely entirely on renewable energy sources by 2030.

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Aviation

China Eastern Receives Its Ninth C919 Aircraft, Marking a New Milestone

China Eastern Airlines (CEA) has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of its ninth COMAC C919 aircraft, continuing its lead as the launch customer for China’s domestic narrow-body airliner.

On Thursday, the airline received the latest addition to its fleet, registered as B-657T, marking another step in China’s ambitious efforts to establish itself as a key player in the global aerospace market.

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This delivery is part of a major achievement for COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China), which has now delivered a total of 10 comac c919 in 2024 alone, a remarkable increase from just three jets delivered by the end of 2023.

The C919 program represents China’s entry into the competitive market for commercial aircraft, aiming to rival the dominance of manufacturers like Airbus and Boeing in the narrow-body sector.

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One standout feature of the c919 is its innovative in-flight technology, particularly its Wi-Fi system. Developed by the China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC), this system allows passengers to connect to the “CEAIR-WIFI” wireless hotspot, providing seamless access to in-flight entertainment.

Through the website www.muflyer.com, travelers can enjoy a range of features including “Air Cinema” and “Air Games,” which enhance the flying experience.

Looking ahead, COMAC’s ambitions are not limited to narrow-body aircraft. At the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai, c919 aircraft price made waves with the announcement of over 100 new aircraft orders.

A significant highlight was a high-profile agreement with Air China for the development of the C929, a widebody aircraft set to compete c919 vs a320 and c919 vs 737 with these models.