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Porter Airlines has announced an order for a further 25 E195-E2s, bringing the total number of aircraft ordered from Embraer to 75. Delivery will begin in 2025.
Porter Airlines is on a roll this week! Following the announcement of its partnership with Air Transat, this Canadian carrier continues its expansion by adding even more aircraft to its fleet.
Porter Airlines expands fleet with 25 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft
Porter Airlines has exercised its purchase rights to order a further 25 Embraer E195-E2s. These are in addition to its existing order of 50 aircraft signed earlier this year. The aim is to expand the airline’s services to new destinations in North America.
This agreement, valued at US$2.1 billion, brings the total number of Embraer aircraft orders to 75, with deliveries scheduled from 2025.
Comfort and capacity
Porter Airlines‘ trademark is an enhanced economy-class travel experience. With aircraft in two-by-two configuration, there are no middle seats. Porter has also chosen to install only 132 seats on board its aircraft instead of 146, offering 36, 34 or 30 inches of legroom for its passengers.
In addition, free wireless internet is available on board, along with premium alcoholic beverages and snacks.
Porter Airlines is an exciting disrupter delivering an elevated passenger experience that’s shaking up the North American market. Choosing the E2 to deliver an upgraded service is a huge endorsement of the jet’s comfort and capabilities, and a further endorsement of the E2 – the world’s quietest and most fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft.
Arjan Meijer, président et chef de la direction d'Embraer Commercial Aviation
Porter Airlines - A growing network and new destinations
Porter, the first airline in North America to integrate Embraer E195-E2 models into its fleet, has already received 24 aircraft.
Recently, the company announced new destinations, including Las Vegas, Miami, San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as planned connections to Mexico and the Caribbean. These flights will depart from Eastern Canada, serving the whole country, with a notable frequency from Toronto Pearson and Ottawa International airports.
Halifax and Montreal will also benefit from new services with the arrival of the E195-E2.
At Porter, we entered a new era when we began operating the E195-E2 earlier this year. At Porter, we entered a new era when we began operating the E195-E2 earlier this year. The jet is exceeding our expectations, especially in terms of fuel use, and delivering an incredible level of customer satisfaction to our passengers with a quiet, comfortable ride. These additional 25 orders enable us to continue extending our reach throughout North America, with more exciting new destinations.
Michael Deluce, président et chef de la direction de Porter Airlines
Bottom Line
Porter Airlines celebrates a successful week following its partnership with Air Transat and the addition of 25 Embraer E195-E2s to its fleet. Over the past year, the company has enjoyed strong growth in the North American market, with a constant focus on passenger comfort.
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