Embraer delivers its 1800th E-Jet aircraft to Royal Jordanian

Royal Jordanian is set to receive a total of eight E2s

Sao Paolo-based aircraft manufacturer Embraer has delivered its 1800th E-Jet, the Azorra E190-E2, to Royal Jordanian Airlines, the flag carrier of Jordan.
In a press statement, Embraer says that this delivery is the third E2 for the Royal Jordanian, which currently operates four first-generation E-Jets.
It adds that as per the current agreement, Royal Jordanian is set to receive a total of eight E2s.
It adds that since the first E-Jet aircraft entered service in 2004, E-Jets have achieved global success, operating in the fleets of 90 airlines and leasing companies from over 60 countries. Embraer says that over 20 years of service, E-Jets have transported two billion passengers on 26 million flights, covering a distance of 140 million km, with 90 airlines from 60 countries.

Samer Majali

“We are delighted to participate in the milestone celebrations for Embraer and the E-jet programme, recognising the longstanding collaboration between Royal Jordanian and Embraer, supported by our valued partners at Azorra. The E2 family of aircraft supports our strategic aims and seamlessly integrates with our vision for regional connectivity and growth. This represents a pivotal role in our fleet modernization efforts, offering unmatched efficiency, flexibility, and passenger satisfaction. Together with Embraer and our esteemed partners at Azorra, we look forward to delivering exceptional passengers experience, while contributing to a more sustainable aviation industry,” says Samer Majali, Vice Chairman and CEO of Royal Jordanian Airlines.

John Evans

“For Azorra to be part of this milestone is a true honour and we thank Embraer and our friends at Royal Jordanian for their ongoing partnership. With our E2 order book and growing number of airline customers, we continue to see a bright future for these aircraft and the compelling efficiency, superior passenger experience and clear economic advantages they provide,” says John Evans, CEO and founder of Azorra.

Arjan Meijer

“It is great to mark this milestone along with two key partners, RJ and Azorra, we are always looking for ways to make our aircraft better, reducing operating costs, extending maintenance intervals, and adding new technology. Later this year we will announce a number of performance improvements for the E2, which has also proven it is ready to fly on 100 pc SAF. The E2 continues to demonstrate its advantages in fuel burn, emissions, quietness, reliability and passenger comfort, and airlines are taking notice,” says c, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation.