- Combined order is for four E190-E2 and four E195-E2
- Six aircraft – four E190-E2, two E195-E2 from
Azorra
- Two E195-E2 are new firm Royal Jordanian orders direct with
Embraer
SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, Brazil, May 18, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Embraer (NYSE: ERJ; B3: EMBR3) and
commercial aviation lessor Azorra today announced a new eight
aircraft deal with Royal Jordanian Airlines, Jordan's flag carrier. The agreement will see
the introduction of both the E190-E2 and E195-E2 to the airline's
fleet. Aircraft deliveries are expected to begin in Q4 2023.
The agreement covers eight commercial aircraft, four E190-E2 and
four E195-E2, with a list price value of $635M. Six aircraft, four E190-E2 and two E195-E2
come from Azorra's existing backlog with Embraer. Two further
E195-E2s are firm orders with Embraer directly from the airline,
which were added to Embraer's Q4 2022 backlog as 'undisclosed'.
Building on the announcement made by Royal Jordanian Airlines
(RJ) in October last year, in which the airline revealed its plans
to expand its fleet with new generation aircraft, E2 was
specifically chosen for its superior performance and operational
efficiency. The aircraft is aligned with RJ's strategic goals to
renew and grow the fleet that is deployed to destinations within
the Levant. The airline's strategic plan is to further boost RJ's
position as the preferred airline in the region by offering
improved connectivity to a wider network, positioning Amman as the leading gateway to the
Levant.
Samer Majali, Vice Chairman and
CEO of Royal Jordanian Airlines, said: "Following extensive
feasibility studies, RJ selected Embraer's E2 as the best fit for
its financial objectives and network strategy. RJ has been
operating Embraer aircraft for 15 years, and the E2 reduces the
investment cost of pilot training and spare parts provisioning
significantly, whilst also lowering crew scheduling and maintenance
costs. The aircraft also provides 25% fuel savings compared to
current aircraft, resulting in operating cost savings as well as
significant carbon emissions reductions supporting the airline's
environmental strategy and targets. We are also pleased to, once
again, work with the Azorra team. We appreciate their confidence in
RJ and the E2".
"We are delighted to welcome Royal Jordanian as Azorra's newest
E2 customer, continuing our team's longstanding relationship with
the airline that began with a single Embraer E175 well over a
decade ago. Royal Jordanian's selection of the E2 underscores
our belief that it is a natural next step for existing E1
operators, providing next generation economic and environmental
efficiencies, while maintaining the familiarity and dependability
offered by Embraer," said Azorra's Chief Executive Officer,
John Evans.
Arjan Meijer, CEO, Embraer
Commercial Aviation, said, "We are honored to be selected by Royal
Jordanian Airlines to provide the next generation of regional
aircraft, a central part of the airline's major fleet modernization
plan. The E2 family of advanced-generation jets offer the quietest,
lowest polluting, and most fuel-efficient aircraft in the under
150-seat market. We are proud to continue our long association with
Royal Jordanian, and welcome Azorra, who are extremely active in
our market, to yet another Embraer deal."
The E195-E2 will seat 12 passengers in Crown Class and 108 in
Economy. The smaller E190-E2 will have the same number of Crown
Class seats and 80 in Economy. All aircraft feature Embraer's
signature 'no middle seat' 2x2 seating, and business class seats
with an impressive 53-inch legroom. The economy cabin will
feature new slimline seats, also in a four abreast configuration
with no middle seat. The aircraft also features extra-large
overhead bins, mood lighting, leather seats and wireless
connectivity for entertainment in addition to full internet
browsing, and communication capability with ground networks during
flight.
Aircraft images:
https://embraer.imagerelay.com/share/c6a96daa47ea43d9ad8661b5a7311d76
About RJ
As the Levant region's leading carrier, Royal Jordanian Airlines
aspires to be the airline of choice for connecting Jordan and the Levant with the world. RJ was
established in 1963 as the official national airline carrier of the
Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and
for the last 60 years, has been an ambassador of goodwill and
friendship for the Kingdom, facilitating tourism and trade and
providing people across the globe with an introduction to
Jordan's renowned hospitality and
warmth.
From its hub at Queen Alia International Airport, RJ operates a
modern fleet of aircraft that flies to destinations worldwide, via
an ever-expanding route network that connects Amman to Europe, the Middle
East, North America, and
Asia. As a member of the oneworld
Alliance, RJ and its 13 international airline partners provide a
combined travel network that reaches more than 1,000 airports in
170 countries.
RJ customers can book their flights and manage their trips via
RJ sales offices around the world, as well as through the airline's
global network of official RJ travel agents. RJ's call center is
available to support passengers 24/7, at +962 6 510 0000. Customers
can also find information and support around the clock via the RJ
website, www.rj.com, and through the airline's dedicated mobile
application.
About Azorra
Azorra is a relationship-driven aircraft lessor that provides
leasing, financing, fleet transition and asset management solutions
to aircraft investors, financiers and airline operators
worldwide. Azorra's multi-cultural team reflects the global
markets that we serve and includes core competencies in aviation
law, aircraft finance, maintenance, marketing, sales and
leasing. Our team is led by seasoned veterans having a shared
history of success and is complimented with young professionals
that bring fresh perspective, ideas and enthusiasm. Azorra
currently owns and manages a fleet of 77 aircraft on lease to 24
operators in 19 countries on 5 continents and has commitments to
acquire additional aircraft including orders for new Airbus A220s
and Embraer E2s. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and has offices in
Dublin, Ireland and Toulouse, France.
For additional information, please visit us at www.azorra.com or
on LinkedIn.
About Embraer
A global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, Embraer has businesses in Commercial
and Executive aviation, Defense & Security and Agricultural
Aviation. The company designs, develops, manufactures and markets
aircraft and systems, providing Services & Support to customers
after-sales.
Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than
8,000 aircraft. On average, about every 10 seconds an aircraft
manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world,
transporting over 145 million passengers a year.
Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 150
seats and the main exporter of high value-added goods in
Brazil. The company maintains
industrial units, offices, service and parts distribution centers,
among other activities, across the Americas, Africa, Asia
and Europe.
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