Brazil-based Embraer has marked a production milestone of it’s E-Jet programme with a special handover ceremony. The 1,800th  E190-E2 was handed over to Royal Jordanian Airlines at Embraer’s facility in São José dos Campos, Brazil.

The delivery is the third E2 for the airline which currently also operates four first generation E-Jets. RJ will receive a total of eight E2s under the existing deal where the aircraft are owned by lessor Azorra.

Samer Majali, Vice Chairman and CEO of Royal Jordanian Airlines, said, “The E2 family of aircraft supports our strategic aims and seamlessly integrates with our vision for regional connectivity and growth.”

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John Evans, CEO and founder of Azorra, said, “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 orderbook 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.”

After thanking Royal Jordanian and Azorra, Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation said:  “We’re 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% SAF. The E2 continues to demonstrate its advantages in fuel burn, emissions, quietness, reliability, and passenger comfort, and airlines are taking notice.”