Tag: Embraer

E-Jet Makes TAP Debut

TAP Express is the first Portuguese operator of the Embraer E-Jet after introducing the type into revenue service.  The Brazilian-built E190-100LR, CS-TPW (c/n 19000550), flew its maiden rotation from Lisbon to Nice on May 24.  It is the first of

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Japanese Debut for E190

Japan Airlines subsidiary J-AIR has introduced its first Embraer 190 into revenue service.  The aircraft, JA241J (c/n 19000708), operated its maiden flight from Osaka/Itami to Kagoshima on May 10 and is the first of its kind in the country. “The

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Engines Started

Embraer has started the two Pratt & Whitney PW1990G turbofans on the E190-E2 prototype, PR-ZEY (c/n 19020001), for the first time.  Just over a month after the aircraft’s official roll-out, the Brazilian manufacturer said the first engine runs occurred on

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Embraer Rolls Out E-Jet E2

Embraer has unveiled its prototype second generation E2 jet. The new aircraft is an upgrade of the successful E-Jet family and incorporates Pratt & Whitney PW1000G Geared Turbofan engines, a new aerodynamically advanced wing design, full fly-by-wire flight controls, and

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