Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer announced on Thursday that its commercial aviation division's order book has surpassed $15 billion, and the company has managed to resolve serious issues with the engines of its new generation E2 aircraft.
The order book volume has surged by 50% compared to the same period last year, totaling $15 billion at the end of the first quarter. Last week, the company revealed a firm order from leasing company Azorra for 15 E195-E2 aircraft.
According to Rodrigo Silva and Souza, the VP of marketing, Embraer still plans to meet its 2026 forecast and deliver between 80 to 85 commercial aircraft.
Silva and Souza told reporters that by the end of 2026, the company aims to completely eliminate instances of E2 aircraft downtime due to engine issues. Currently, the share of grounded E2 aircraft stands at 1%, whereas in March 2025, this figure reached 22%.
E2 aircraft are equipped with engines produced by the Pratt & Whitney division of RTX. Embraer stated that these engines are undergoing enhancements to improve performance in hot and challenging operating conditions. Engine manufacturers are facing pressure from airlines due to aircraft downtime and rising maintenance costs.
By 2030, Embraer has available production slots, which the company views as a competitive edge over major rivals — Boeing and Airbus. The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer specializes in planes with a capacity of up to approximately 150 passengers, occupying the market segment below the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 families.