The commercial aircraft market is dominated by Airbus and Boeing, especially in the narrowbody and widebody segments. However, regional aviation operates differently, focusing on lower-capacity jets for shorter routes. Embraer and Bombardier lead this space, with Embraer's E195-E2 jet being the largest regional jet currently in service.
Embraer entered the regional segment in 1989 with its Enterprise Regional Jet (ERJ) program. The ERJ-145 was introduced in 1997, followed by other models like the ERJ 135 and ERJ 140. Although production of the ERJ family ended in 2020, many remain operational worldwide.
Building on the success of its ERJ family, Embraer launched the E-Jet family in the early 2000s. This lineup includes larger capacity jets like the E190 and E195. In 2013, Embraer introduced the E-Jet E2 program, focusing on fuel efficiency and operating costs. The E195-E2 variant is currently at the top with a seating capacity ranging from 132 to 146 passengers.