Airlines

Embraer E195-E2 Granted Type Certification in China

The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has given a Type Certificate to the Embraer E195-E2, the largest member of the E-Jet series. This comes after the E190-E2’s certification by CAAC, which was granted in November of last year, at the Zhuhai Air Show.

Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation, said, “We’re thrilled to now have both the E190-E2 and E195-E2 certified by CAAC, clearing the way for sales in the Chinese market. “Our staff in China is actively collaborating with prospective clients and moving forward. The E2 offers complementary capacity to China’s indigenous ARJ21 and C919 aircraft; together, they provide Chinese airlines with flexible, efficient, and environmentally friendly options to meet the demand of the world’s quickly expanding air transportation market. As a result, there are significant opportunities for the E2 in China.

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Embraer’s most recent 20-Year Market Outlook, released in June, predicts that Asia Pacific, particularly China, would experience rapid growth over the next 20 years, expanding its RPKs by 4.4% yearly. Demand for narrow-body aircraft with up to 150 seats in China is being driven by the country’s desire for flexibility.

Embraer E195-E2 ‘TechLion’ made its debut at the Zhuhai Airshow in November of last year, when it visited China for the first time. China’s aerospace leaders saw this as a chance to see the aircraft’s capabilities, which included excellent performance, low noise and emission levels, and cheap operating costs.

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Azul put the E195-E2 into service in 2019. The E195-E2, the largest aircraft in the E-Jet family, has a capacity of 120 to 146 individuals. It offers 25% more fuel efficiency per seat than earlier generations of E-Jets, making it the most fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft in use today.

The E195-E2 was successfully tested on 100% SAF in June 2022, demonstrating that the E-Jets E2 series can fly with blends up to 100% SAF without sacrificing performance or safety. Compared to earlier generations of aircraft, the E2 emits 25% lower CO2 emissions now; with SAF, this reduction can reach 85%.

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Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes

In a major development for North American travelers, Air India has announced the deployment of its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two key routes: Delhi to New York and Delhi to Newark.

The service on the Delhi-New York route will commence on November 1, 2024, while the Delhi-Newark route will see its inaugural flight on January 2, 2025.

The introduction of the air india a350 will bring significant enhancements to Air India’s offerings, particularly with the launch of its Premium Economy class. air india retrofit This new class will feature 24 wide seats arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration, providing passengers with extra legroom and a more comfortable flying experience.

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“We are encouraged by the positive guest feedback we have received from the domestic deployment of our air india a350 interior to offer our hero product on the Delhi-New York JFK and Delhi-Newark routes. This is a significant leap forward for our U.S. operations that also underscores our commitment to continuous improvement,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Air India.

The A350’s Business class will set new standards with 28 private suites, each equipped with full-flat beds, direct aisle access, and personal wardrobes. Economy class will be configured to accommodate 264 passengers in a 3-4-3 layout. Across all cabins, passengers will enjoy the latest Panasonic eX3 in-flight entertainment system, offering over 2,200 hours of content.

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This strategic deployment marks a notable enhancement in Air India’s U.S. operations, with 60% of its flights to the U.S. now featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors. The air india new international routes currently operates 51 weekly flights to five U.S. destinations: New York JFK, Newark, Washington DC, Chicago, and San Francisco.

The revamped cabins, advanced in-flight entertainment systems, and improved service standards represent air india wifi commitment to providing a superior travel experience. “We believe this enhanced offering will solidify Air India’s position as a leading carrier and attract travellers seeking a world-class flying experience between India and the United States,” the airline stated.

Seats on these flights are now available for booking on Air India’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents, ensuring that passengers can easily plan their journeys on these newly upgraded routes.