Airlines

Embraer E2s aircraft get type certification by CAAM

The E190-E2 and E195-E2 of Embraer’s E-Jets E2 family of commercial aircraft have achieved Type Certification from the Malaysian Civil Aviation Authority (CAAM). Following SKS Airways’ announcement at LIMA’23 that it has chosen 10 E195-E2 aircraft to support its expansion goals for the region, this key milestone was reached.

The FAA (USA), EASA (Europe), and ANAC (Brazil) were the three major civil aviation agencies that certified the E190-E2 and E195-E2 in 2018 and 2019, respectively.

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Embraer recently conducted a network analysis for Malaysia and discovered significant opportunities for airlines there to launch up to 120 new routes within Malaysia and the ASEAN region. It might accomplish this by using the most advanced regional jets, like the E2, which offer the greatest fuel burn reductions and lowest costs while creating new routes profitably.

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In the Asia Pacific region, Embraer has about 20 operators who collectively fly 200 E-Jets. The 20 million flight hours accumulated by the first generation of E-Jets were used in the design of the E190-E2 and E195-E2, guaranteeing that the E2 aircraft are cutting-edge and sophisticated while maintaining the maturity and dependability of the previous generation aircraft. More than 80 airlines from 50 different countries are still using the first generation of E-Jets, which is one of the most profitable commercial programmes in the market.

Airlines

German Carrier Lufthansa Plans for 20% Job Cuts in Administration

Lufthansa Airlines is reportedly planning significant job cuts in its administrative workforce. According to Manager Magazin, the German carrier intends to reduce administrative positions by 20% as part of its cost-cutting measures amidst an anticipated decline in earnings.

This reduction could impact approximately 400 jobs, the report revealed. While Lufthansa has not directly commented on the layoffs, the airline confirmed its goal of cutting administrative costs by 20% by 2028.

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The strategy involves leveraging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation. “A hiring freeze is currently in place for administrative roles at Lufthansa Airlines,” said a company spokesperson.

The staff reduction is expected to occur through natural attrition and age-related turnover, rather than forced layoffs. The internal projection cited by the magazine warns that Lufthansa could face an operating loss of €800 million ($843.92 million) by 2026 if no corrective measures are taken.

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The report highlights the challenges companies face in aligning workforce requirements with current and future demands. Failure to adapt could necessitate drastic actions, such as restructuring and layoffs, which carry significant repercussions for both the organization and its employees.

As Lufthansa navigates these challenges, the airline appears committed to balancing cost efficiency with digital transformation to maintain its competitiveness in a rapidly evolving industry.