Background on Mexicana de Aviación and Embraer
Mexicana de Aviación, once a leading Mexican airline, has been in the process of revival following its bankruptcy in 2008. The airline is now being modernized with the help of Embraer, a prominent Brazilian aircraft manufacturer known for its regional jets.
Embraer’s New Aircraft for Mexicana de Aviación
Embraer recently unveiled the first image of an aircraft destined for Mexicana de Aviación. The aircraft, an E195-E2 model, is currently in its assembly phase at Embraer’s facilities in São José dos Campos, Brazil.
This development marks a significant milestone in Mexicana’s modernization strategy. The new E2 fleet promises enhanced fuel efficiency, modern cabins, and exceptional operational economy. These improvements will enable Mexicana to expand its network and strengthen regional connectivity.
Similar Aircraft in Operation
Other airlines operating the same E195-E2 model include KLM, which uses it for European flights, Porter in Canada, and Brazil’s Azul.
Details of the Order
The Mexican Secretary of Defense has placed an order for 20 aircraft with Embraer: 10 E195-E2 models (with 132 seats) and 10 E190-E2 models (with 108 seats).
The first four aircraft are expected to arrive by the end of this year, with the remaining 16 following in subsequent deliveries.
The public investment for these aircraft amounts to approximately 13.5 billion Mexican pesos.
Timeline Adjustments and Reactions
Initially, the Mexican Defense Department announced that the first aircraft would arrive in the second quarter of 2024. However, technical adjustments led to a change in the schedule.
The release of the first image brought joy to Mexicana de Aviación, which shared it on social media, emphasizing the new aircraft’s efficiency, modernity, and passenger-focused design.
Future Operations
With the addition of these two new models, Mexicana de Aviación will be able to offer international flights (mainly to the United States) from its hub, the Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Ángeles (AIFA), in the initial phase of its operations.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Embraer? Embraer is a renowned Brazilian aircraft manufacturer, famous for its regional jets.
- What is the significance of this order for Mexicana de Aviación? This order is a crucial step in modernizing Mexicana’s fleet, enabling it to expand its network and offer improved passenger experiences.
- Which models of Embraer jets are being ordered by Mexicana de Aviación? The airline is purchasing 10 E195-E2 models (with 132 seats) and 10 E190-E2 models (with 108 seats).
- When are the aircraft expected to arrive? The first four aircraft are anticipated to reach Mexicana de Aviación by the end of this year, with the remaining 16 following in subsequent deliveries.
- What is the estimated public investment for these aircraft? The investment is approximately 13.5 billion Mexican pesos.
