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Embraer 195-E2 LOT Polish Airlines

Registration: SP-LEA Type: E190-400STD Engines: 2 × PW PW1921G Serial Number: 19020124 First flight: Jun 20, 2024

Starting with Fokker F.VIIs, LOT’s fleet has changed dynamically, reflecting the evolution of aviation technology and the shifting eras of Poland itself. Over its nearly century-long history, LOT has overhauled its fleet multiple times. In its first decades, the airline flew Douglas DC-2s, Lockheed Model 10A Electras, and later Model 14H Super Electras. Post-war, Soviet aircraft took the stage, with Il-14s, Il-18s, Tu-134s, Tu-154s, and the flagship Il-62. New times brought yet another fleet refresh, this time featuring Boeing, Bombardier, and, in the early 2000s, a newcomer – Embraer.

LOT first got acquainted with Brazilian planes in 2004 when it took on the Embraer 170. Back then, these “Brazilians” were fresh faces in aircraft manufacturing, and LOT decided to take a chance on them. Compact, fuel-efficient, perfect for regional routes – just the ticket. The 170s were followed by Embraer 175s and 195s, with LOT operating around fifty of these machines in total. They became the workhorses for routes like Warsaw-Krakow, Warsaw-Riga, or Warsaw-Amsterdam. Over the years, Embraer became a mainstay for LOT, and the airline even set up its own maintenance system for these planes. By the 2020s, though, some of the older Embraers had to be retired – time takes its toll. New models stepped in to take their place.

The Embraer 195-E2 is the latest chapter in LOT’s story. These planes, part of the E-Jets E2 family, started joining the fleet in 2024. The first one (SP-LEA) landed in Warsaw in July, with two more arriving by October. The E195-E2 is a different beast from its predecessors. Its Pratt & Whitney PW1000G engines save fuel and run quieter, while the wings, with their large winglets, cut down on drag. The cabin, though designed for 146 seats, was configured by LOT for 136 to give everyone a bit more room. They’re now flying from Warsaw to London, Istanbul, Amsterdam, and other cities. Passengers are pleased – the cabin’s quiet, and there’s more legroom in economy than in the older models. LOT didn’t choose these planes on a whim: they’re cheaper to maintain than big Boeings and ideal for 2-3 hour flights. Plus, they can land at smaller airports where larger jets can’t maneuver.

Embraer 175 Mesa Airlines operated for United Express

Registration: N87318 Type: E170-200LR Engines: 2 × GE CF34-8E5 Serial Number: 17000443 First flight: Dec 16, 2014

Mesa Airlines is an American regional carrier with a history spanning more than four decades. The company was incorporated in 1983 under the name Mesa Air Shuttle, Inc., though the group's founding year is generally considered to be 1980. Since 1998, its headquarters have been located in Phoenix, Arizona.

At its peak, the airline cut an impressive figure: in June 2022, Mesa operated 167 aircraft, making over 457 daily departures to 120 cities across the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Bahamas, and Cuba. The company did not fly under its own brand, but instead operated under capacity purchase agreements — meaning it flew on behalf of major partners, primarily American Airlines and United Airlines.

The final years, however, proved extremely difficult. Mesa lost its American Eagle flying contract in 2023 and wound down its CRJ-900 fleet. By 2025, the carrier had been reduced to a single partner and a single aircraft type. Its Embraer 175s now flew exclusively for United Airlines.

Financial pressures continued to mount: Mesa was posting losses and was forced to restructure its loan agreement with the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The denouement came in April 2025, when Mesa Air Group and Republic Airways Holdings announced a full merger, with the combined company taking the name Republic Airways Holdings Inc. and retaining its NASDAQ listing under the ticker RJET.

In November 2025, Mesa shareholders approved the deal, and the CEO who had led the airline since the late 1990s received a severance package in excess of $7 million. With that, the story of one of the last independent regional brands from the era of American aviation deregulation came to a close.

Today, Mesa Airlines exists as a subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, operating a fleet of Embraer 175s under the United Express banner and serving 73 cities across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Cuba — with routes connecting primarily to United's hubs in Houston and Washington.

Embraer 175 Republic Airways operated for Delta Connection

Registration: N207JQ Type: E170-200LR Engines: 2 × GE CF34-8E5 Serial Number: 17000254 First flight: Sep 2008

Republic Airways is a regional American airline headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company operates American Eagle, Delta Connection and United Express flights.

Delta Connection is a regional brand of Delta Air Lines, served by small airlines such as Rupublic Airways on their aircraft operating short and medium–haul flights.

Republic Airways put the first E-Jet family aircraft into operation in March 2007, when Frontier Airlines signed an 11-year service agreement with Republic Airways Holdings. Under the agreement, Republic acquired 17 Embraer 170 aircraft for operation on behalf of Frontier Airlines. However, this agreement was soon terminated due to Frontier's bankruptcy, and the aircraft continued to be operated by Republic Airways.

The enlarged Embraer 175 model entered the Republic fleet in 2013 in order to operate flights under the American Eagle brand. Republic Airways currently has a fleet of more than 220 Embraer 170 and 175 aircraft, making it the largest operator of the E-Jet family of aircraft.

Embraer 195-E2 Royal Jordanian

Registration: JY-REA Named: Ramtha Type: E195-E2 (190-400 STD) Engines: 2 × PW PW1922G Serial Number: 19020116 First flight: Dec 7, 2023

Royal Jordanian Airlines, the national airline of Jordan, is headquartered in Amman and operates regular international flights from Queen Alia International Airport. The airline has been a proud member of the Oneworld Airline Alliance since 2007.

Founded on December 9, 1963, as Alia Royal Jordanian Airlines, it began operations following a royal decree by the late King Hussein. The airline was named Alia in honor of King Hussein's eldest daughter, Princess Alia bint Al-Hussein of Jordan. In December 1986, the name was changed to Royal Jordanian Airlines.

Today, Royal Jordanian’s modern fleet includes long-haul Boeing 787 aircraft, Airbus A320 family jets, and regional Embraer E-Jet series. Beginning in December 2023, the airline started adding the latest regional Embraer E-Jets E-2 to its fleet. They operate regular flights to various cities in the Arab States and Europe.

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