The Embraer ERJ-175 (officially the Embraer 175) is a twin-engine regional jet and one of the most successful aircraft in the Embraer E-Jet family, positioned between the smaller E170 and larger E190. Designed for short to medium-haul routes, the E175 is highly popular with regional feeders of major airlines for its balance of comfort, efficiency, and performance.

🛩️ Overview:

• Role: Regional jet airliner
• Manufacturer: Embraer (Brazil)
• First flight: June 2003
• Entered service: 2005 (with Air Canada)
• Category: 76–88 seat class regional jet
• Status: In active production and service, alongside the newer E175-E2 variant

🛠️ Key Specifications (Embraer 175):

• Engines: 2 × General Electric CF34-8E turbofan engines
• Thrust: ~14,200 lbf (63 kN) each
• Length: 31.68 m (103 ft 11 in)
• Wingspan: 26 m (85 ft 4 in)
• Height: 9.85 m (32 ft 4 in)
• Cruise speed: Mach 0.78 (~533 mph / 858 km/h)
• Range: ~2,000 nautical miles (3,700 km)
• Service ceiling: 41,000 ft (12,500 m)
• Seating capacity: Typical: 76–78 passengers (in 2-class U.S. scope clause-compliant config) Maximum: Up to 88 passengers in single-class layout
  • Typical: 76–78 passengers (in 2-class U.S. scope clause-compliant config)
  • Maximum: Up to 88 passengers in single-class layout
• Crew: 2 pilots + 2 flight attendants

✨ Features:

• 2–2 seating layout (no middle seats = passenger favorite!)
• Mainline-style cabin comfort with spacious overhead bins and large windows
• Fly-by-wire control system for smoother and more precise handling
• Excellent performance on short runways and high-altitude airports
• High dispatch reliability and low operating costs
• Often used for scope clause-compliant operations in the U.S. (limited seat count and weight for regional affiliates)

🧳 Major Operators:

• American Eagle (operated by Envoy Air, PSA Airlines, etc.)
• Delta Connection (operated by SkyWest, Republic, etc.)
• United Express (operated by Mesa Airlines and others)
• Air Canada Express
• Alaska Airlines (Horizon Air)
• LOT Polish Airlines
• KLM Cityhopper
• Belavia, Fuji Dream Airlines, and others

🔁 Variant: E175-E2 (Next Gen)

• Launched to modernize the E175 with Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines, new wing design, and improved avionics
• Offers ~16% better fuel economy
• Not yet widely adopted due to U.S. scope clause weight limits (E175-E2 is too heavy for U.S. regional contracts)

🔥 Fun Facts:

• The E175 is the best-selling E-Jet in North America, especially for U.S. regional airline contracts
• Commonly seen at busy hub airports flying regional feeder routes
• Despite being a "regional jet," it often features first class cabins, Wi-Fi, and in-seat power
• Known for excellent ride quality and being much quieter than older regional jets like the CRJ series

🏁 Summary:

The Embraer ERJ-175 is a regional jet that feels like a mainline aircraft—perfectly sized for high-frequency short-haul routes with a premium passenger experience. It’s an essential part of the fleet for major airline networks and continues to dominate the 70–88 seat market thanks to its comfort, performance, and reliability.