Embraer: aircraft manufacturer

Embraer is a Brazilian aerospace manufacturer whose headquarters is located in Sao José dos Campos (within the State of Sao Paulo). The name of the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer is indeed a contraction of “Empresa Brasileira de Aeronáutica,” for Brazilian aerospace company. The latter was established in 1969 with the development of a first aircraft, the Bandeirante. At its head is CEO and engineer Ozires Silva.

We look back at this manufacturer that possesses a certain competitiveness, renowned in the field of business aviation and air transport.

Embraer today:

Some figures from the aerospace manufacturer Embraer:

Here are some current figures that characterize the Brazilian aerospace company:

– 8,000: that is the total number of aircraft that the company has delivered worldwide.
– 145 million: that is the number of passengers transported each year on Embraer aircraft.
– 3rd: that is the rank the manufacturer achieves in the ranking of the largest commercial aircraft manufacturers.
– 18,000: that is the number of employees of the company Embraer around the world.
– 4.2 billion dollars: that is Embraer’s revenue in 2021.

Establishment of the EMbraer company worldwide:

It has now been more than 50 years since the Brazilian company has operated in the air sector. Whether in military aviation, aerospace, commercial, business, or for medical needs or freight (cargo). The Brazilian national company is now among the largest in the manufacture of commercial aircraft. Its main competitors are:

– Dassault Falcon in France
– Boeing in the United States
– Bombardier business jets in Canada.

Finally, thanks to its development, Embraer is established worldwide. It has offices, factories, and distribution centers on various continents such as:

– in America
– in Asia
– in Africa
– in Europe.

Similarly, the aerospace company also has its own FBO, private terminal, at Sorocaba Airport, near Sao Paulo, Brazil.

A committed manufacturer: Embraer’s commitments

Embraer is in tune with the times and changes. The company is very involved in military security missions (notably for the Brazilian air forces).

However, it is also involved in medical missions, as with the coronavirus epidemic which increased health evacuations. Embraer has made its aircraft available to serve as true transporters of medical supplies, vaccines, and for organ transport.

Finally, the environmental impact is prompting manufacturers to innovate with more ecological aircraft that emit less CO2 into the air to limit pollution. Embraer takes these conditions into account in the development of new aircraft. This is the case with the new “Energia” aircraft fleet, which Embraer announced in November 2021. It is a project of 4 aircraft that will be powered by renewable energy sources. These aircraft are expected to enter the market successively starting in 2030.

Beyond its ecological investments, Embraer established a foundation in 2001 to invest in local aid programs. Thus, two training schools have been established to allow young people to train and acquire professional skills.

The beginnings of the aerospace manufacturer Embraer

– 1969: Before reaching several types of aircraft, the company starts with one man. Ozires Silva, aerospace engineer, creates the company Embraer in San José, to mass produce his Bandeirante aircraft. This aircraft, which made its first flight the previous year, has conquered the country and provided a great opportunity to optimize air mobility in the state. Its production then began.

– 1970-1971: Alongside the assembly of Bandeirante aircraft (EMB 110 series), Embraer manufactures and operates the first flights of the agricultural plane Ipanema and the military aircraft Xavante. Today, the Ipanema 203 is the only agricultural aircraft powered by ethanol.

– 1972: This year marks the first flight of the EMB 110 series (Bandeirante), aircraft intended for commercial flights. The first sales take place this year and deliveries start in 1973.

– 1975: Embraer proceeds with its first exports abroad, to Uruguay, for Bandeirante aircraft.

– 1979: In its perspective of international evolution, Embraer Aircraft Corporation (EAC) is created in the United States. Embraer then establishes itself in Florida, specifically in the city of Dania, and increasingly asserts itself in the American market.

– 1980s: Embraer produces various commercial but also military aircraft. Moreover, their commercial aircraft EMB 120 Brasilia is reputed to be the most widely used regional aircraft worldwide. Indeed, during those years, no less than 26 airlines operate this model, across 14 countries, including French companies.

– 1983: Embraer Aviation International (EAI) is established in Paris. The establishment of the Brazilian company in Europe opens up new perspectives and opportunities for the years to come. The company then finds clients in Europe, as well as in Africa and the Middle East.

The arrival of regional jets and the expansion of Embraer

– 1995: It is the arrival and first flight of the EMB 145 (which is now the ERJ 145). It heralds a revolution in regional air transport. This jet accommodates 50 people and also has a low operating cost that reduces the price of airline tickets. This has attracted the aviation industry.

– 1998: In line with its predecessor, the ERJ 135 performs its first flight.

– 1999: Embraer partners with Liebherr Aerospace, a Swiss aerospace company and the first regional airline in Europe, part of the SAirGroup.

– 2000: The Brazilian company creates offices in China, in Beijing, and also in Singapore in the Asia-Pacific region.

– 2000-2001: Embraer unveils new aircraft with the arrival of the ERJ 140, the Legacy 600, as well as the ERJ 145XR and the Embraer 170.

– 2002-2004: This marks the arrival of the E-JETS family. Successively, the manufacturer conducts the first flights of the E170, then the E175, the E190, and finally the E195, the largest aircraft produced by the company at that time.

– 2004: Embraer acquires OGMA, a Portuguese aerospace company. The Brazilian company increasingly asserts itself on the European continent.

Embraer asserts itself in the business aviation market and opens up new perspectives

– 2007 and 2008: It is the arrival of two high-performance, efficient, and comfortable business jets, the Phenom 100 and the Phenom 300. The latter became the best-selling light private jet worldwide for 7 years.

– 2009-2013: The Legacy family of private jets appears. The Legacy 650 emerges in 2009, the Legacy 500 in 2012, and the Legacy 450 in 2013.

– 2011 and 2013: In those years, Embraer opens two new sites in Florida (United States). The first in Melbourne, the second in Jacksonville. These sites are dedicated to the assembly of Embraer aircraft.

– 2014: Embraer inaugurates a new site dedicated to business aviation jets. This is located in Brazil, in Sorocaba at the airport (Bertram Luiz Leupolz).

– 2016: Embraer presents a new family of aircraft. This E-JETS E2 range is the second generation of E-JETS. The manufacturer has made a point of honor to machine much quieter aircraft. The E190-E2 and E195-E2 are then introduced (in 2017).

– 2017: An innovation hub, EmbraerX, opens in Silicon Valley and Boston. These hubs aim to deepen research on potential E-VTOLs. They could, in the future, revolutionize urban air transport.

Today, the reality of Embraer is greater than anyone initially dreamed.
Ozires Silva, founder of Embraer

The Embraer aircraft fleet

The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer has several families and types of aircraft.

It has a fleet intended for commercial aviation, thus a long-haul fleet, as well as private jets for business aviation. They operate thus for civil aviation.

However, the manufacturer also has an aerial fleet intended for military services for defense and security.

It is worth noting that while a good number of airlines use Embraer aircraft as classic medium-haul carriers, they are perfectly usable by business aviation with qualified flight crews.

These various aircraft, operating in the air sector, allow them to meet the various requests only possible in private aviation.

Immediate boarding for a presentation of the different Embraer aircraft.

The E-JETS from Embraer

Four aircraft make up this family from the company Embraer. They are:

– Embraer 170
– Embraer 175
– Embraer 190
– Embraer 195.

These regional airliners have 70 to 150 seats depending on the model.

In the business aviation market, these aircraft are ideal for airline routes that provide group flights, for example. Comfort is enhanced and ensures pleasant connections for all passengers.

As a testament to its effectiveness, no less than 80 airlines use the E-JETS.

Finally, these airliners can be used for medium or even long-haul journeys (the maximum range of the E190 being 4,445 km, for example). Furthermore, Embraer’s E-JETS fleet consumes around 10% less fuel than other similar aircraft for intercontinental travel.

Lastly, the Brazilian manufacturer has created a newer range of aircraft, which is somewhat the evolution of the E-JTS, it is the E-JETS E2 fleet. These private jets are notably more silent, more fuel-efficient, and with reimagined design. In this advanced range, you will find the following aircraft:

– E175-E2
– E190-E2
– E195-E2.

The ERJ from Embraer (Embraer Regional Jet)

This family of regional aircraft consists of:

– ERJ 135
– ERJ 140
– ERJ 145
– ERJ 145 XR.

These are smaller than the E-JETS family from the manufacturer. In fact, they carry up to 50 passengers depending on the model.

Used also for commercial aviation, they can also be utilized for group flights in business aviation (like the E-JETS).

These aircraft combine performance, adaptability, and comfort in the cabin. All these advantages have attracted numerous major airlines, across 26 countries worldwide.

Finally, the Embraer 145 XR (for Extra Range) is the model with the longest range of this aircraft fleet, with a range of 3,700 km.

The fleet of business aircraft from Embraer

Finally, to complete its fleet, Embraer is currently producing a family of private jets for business aviation. Here are the four main aircraft:

– Phenom 100: Part of the very light business jet category, the Phenom 300 is ideal, fast, and competitive on short-haul flights. On board, 4 passengers can sit and enjoy the comfort and design of the cabin.

Since its market introduction, several upgrades and new versions have been noted on this model from the subsidiary, such as the Phenom 100 EV, for example.

Example of ticket prices for a connection: Paris – Saint-Tropez: starting at €12,000.

– Phenom 300: This business jet model is a derivative of the Phenom 100 but differs in technical and aesthetic aspects. Within this aircraft, 6 passengers can travel a maximum distance of 3,600 km. Ideal for short and medium trips.

Example of a fare for a connection: Geneva – Paris: starting from €11,000.

The Phenom 300 – Credit Photo: Embraer

– Praetor 500: This model has, in a way, replaced the Legacy 450. It entered the market in 2020. This private jet, with its remarkable design, can carry 9 passengers on board over a maximum distance of 3,700 km.

– Praetor 600: Inspired by the Legacy 500, this jet is launched onto the market in 2020. It is an intermediate private jet. It allows 12 passengers to travel a distance of 4,500 km. On board, all comfort and design are present to ensure that passengers are comfortable throughout the flight, even with a large baggage.

Example of fares for a connection: from Paris to Ibiza: starting from €8,000.

Other private jets from Embraer

The other Embraer business jets are:

– Embraer Legacy 450
– Embraer Legacy 500
– Embraer Legacy 600
– Embraer Legacy 650
– Embraer Lineage 1000.

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