Category Embraer
Tracking flight tests
Our recent note on the Embraer E2 flight test program showed a discrepancy between what we could track using Flightradar24 and what the OEM told us. This difference was substantial and warranted further research. Here is what we have found.…
US Scope Clause isn’t changing anytime soon
We recently asked some people “in the know” for their inputs on some questions pertaining to Scope Clause. As one can imagine not everyone we contacted wanted to discuss the matter. But there were a few souls who are brave…
An Update: GTF Engine from Pratt & Whitney
AirInsight attended Pratt & Whitney’s media day. Here’s what’s new regarding the GTF and their commercial engine business given the initial ramp-up and entry into service difficulties. The company is making positive progress, but not as fast as Airbus and…
Pratt & Whitney Certifies GTF Engines for Mitsubishi and Embraer
Pratt & Whitney and its OEM partners announced today the Type Certification for the GTF engine for the Mitsubishi Regional Jet, the PW1200G, as well as the GTF engine for the Embraer E2-190 and E2-195, the PW1900G. The PW1200G will…
Embraer’s E2 Flight Test progress
Embraer’s E2 flight test program has been a rather quiet affair. The OEM announces milestones but there is scant third-party program tracking. Embraer reported that the flight test fleet accumulated more than 650 flight hours after its first flight in…