The Embraer ERJ-195 (officially part of the E-Jet family and known as the Embraer 195) is a twin-engine regional jet designed for short to medium-haul routes. It’s the largest member of Embraer’s E-Jet series, offering a balance of passenger capacity, fuel efficiency, and performance, making it popular with regional and low-cost carriers worldwide.

🛩️ Overview:

• Role: Regional jet airliner
• Manufacturer: Embraer (Brazil)
• First flight: December 7, 2004
• Entered service: September 2006 (with Flybe)
• Family: Embraer E-Jet family (includes E170, E175, E190, E195)
• Production status: Still supported; succeeded by E195-E2 (next-gen version)

🛠️ Key Specifications (ERJ-195):

• Engines: 2 × General Electric CF34-10E turbofan engines
• Thrust: ~20,000 lbf (89 kN) each
• Length: 38.65 m (126 ft 10 in)
• Wingspan: 28.72 m (94 ft 3 in)
• Height: 10.55 m (34 ft 7 in)
• Cruise speed: Mach 0.78 (approx. 530 mph / 850 km/h)
• Range: ~2,300–2,500 nautical miles (4,260–4,630 km)
• Service ceiling: 41,000 ft (12,500 m)
• Seating capacity: Typically 108–124 passengers in single class Up to 122 in high-density configuration
  • Typically 108–124 passengers in single class
  • Up to 122 in high-density configuration
• Crew: 2 pilots + 2–4 cabin crew

✨ Features:

• 2-2 seating configuration—no middle seats, which passengers love
• Quiet, fuel-efficient CF34 engines
• Advanced avionics with fly-by-wire controls
• Roomy cabin with large overhead bins and modern lighting
• Designed for quick turnaround times and efficient boarding
• Excellent short-field and high-altitude performance

🧳 Operators:

• Azul Brazilian Airlines (major operator)
• Air Europa Express
• LOT Polish Airlines
• Lufthansa CityLine
• KLM Cityhopper
• Air Dolomiti
• Belavia, Binter Canarias, and others

🔁 Variants:

🔹 E195-E2 (Next Generation)

• Updated version with new Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines, larger wings, and better fuel economy (~25% more efficient)
• Increased range and improved environmental performance
• Entered service in 2019

🔥 Fun Facts:

• The ERJ-195 is commonly used on high-demand regional routes that are too small for an Airbus A320 or Boeing 737
• Despite being a "regional jet," it’s capable of flights over 4 hours with full payload
• Offers mainline jet comfort in a smaller package—great for cost-effective point-to-point operations

🏁 Summary:

The Embraer ERJ-195 hits the sweet spot between regional and narrow-body mainline aircraft. It’s efficient, comfortable, and flexible—perfect for airlines needing a versatile aircraft on short- to medium-haul routes. With the E195-E2 continuing its legacy, the E195 remains a favorite in both regional and growing markets.