American Airlines' regional subsidiary, Piedmont Airlines, plans to expand its fleet by adding 45 new Embraer E175 regional aircraft. These additions will operate under the American Eagle brand, with the first delivery expected in early 2028.
This announcement follows a similar expansion plan by another American Airlines subsidiary, Envoy Air, which intends to add 33 Embraer E175 aircraft to its fleet. The goal is to strengthen their position in the US regional aviation market.
Piedmont Airlines anticipates receiving its first Embraer E175 in the first quarter of 2028 and expects one or two deliveries per month until completion in 2031. Currently operating a fleet of 110 Embraer 145 aircraft with an average age of over 23 years, Piedmont will benefit from larger and newer dual-class aircraft equipped with high-speed satellite Wi-Fi and power outlets at every seat.