LATAM's Strategic $2.1 Billion Bet On Embraer E195-E2 Jets

(MENAFN- The Rio Times) LATAM Airlines Group will add up to 74 Embraer E195-E2 jets to its fleet, starting with 24 firm orders valued at about $2.1 billion and 50 purchase options. Deliveries begin in late 2026 for LATAM Brasil, then expand to other affiliates.

Embraer built the E195-E2 for routes that cannot support larger jets. Its advanced engines and aerodynamics cut fuel use and emissions by roughly 30 percent per seat. Quieter cabins and lower maintenance costs further boost efficiency.

LATAM plans to seat 138 passengers in a single-aisle layout. This capacity lets the airline open up to 35 new destinations across South America where bigger planes prove uneconomical.

The move supports four years of steady domestic and regional growth, during which LATAM achieved about 8 percent annual revenue gains and positive operating margins since 2021.



For Embraer , landing LATAM's order strengthens its lead in regional jets, where it holds roughly half the global market. The deal also offsets delays from larger manufacturers and highlights Embraer's role in powering South America's connectivity.

Beyond economics, the agreement emphasizes sustainability. LATAM will blend sustainable aviation fuels and invest in carbon-offset projects to cut net emissions by 20 percent by 2030. Direct flights will reduce travel times and logistics costs, driving tourism and trade in smaller cities.

As intra-South America travel rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, analysts expect right-sized jets to deliver flexible capacity, healthier unit revenues, and stronger regional networks for both LATAM and Embraer.

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