Key facts
- Embraer is marketing its E2 passenger jets to Chinese airlines.
- The E2 aircraft are intended to complement COMAC's C909 and C919 models.
- Embraer sees the E2 jets as filling a capacity gap in China's aviation market.
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer S.A. is targeting Chinese airlines with its new-generation E2 passenger jets. The company aims to fill a perceived capacity gap between two domestically produced Chinese aircraft, the smaller C909 and larger C919, manufactured by Commercial Aircraft Corp. of China Ltd. (COMAC).
Arjan Meijer, president and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation, stated that the E2 aircraft line offers an optimal seating capacity that naturally complements COMAC's offerings. This strategic pitch positions Embraer's jets as a viable option for Chinese airlines seeking aircraft within this specific capacity range.