Scandinavian airline SAS has ordered 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with options for 10 additional jets, in a deal worth approximately US$4 billion, the carrier announced on Tuesday (1 July).
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The first Embraer deliveries are expected from late 2027, with completion by 2031.
The deal is part of the carrier¡¯s long-term fleet renewal strategy, which aims to ¡°enhance connectivity¡± and ¡°unlock future growth opportunities¡± from its Copenhagen hub.
"This is a defining moment for SAS,¡±?said SAS president and CEO Anko van der Werff. ¡°This aircraft is key to enabling future growth and improved connectivity across Scandinavia and beyond.
¡°The E2 is central to our strategy to build a modern, efficient fleet with strong performance,¡± Anko van der Werff added. ¡°It enables us to serve more routes with lower emissions, better economics, and a premium experience for our passengers.¡±
The carrier said the Embraer deal is its largest direct order from an aircraft manufacturer since 1996.