ERJ 145LR

The Embraer ERJ 145LR is a regional jet that entered service in the mid‑1990s as the long‑range variant of the ERJ‑145 family. Developed by the Brazilian manufacturer Embraer, the aircraft first flew on 6 February 1995 and received certification later that year. It seats between 48 and 50 passengers in a single‑aisle cabin and offers a maximum range of about 1,700 nautical miles, allowing airlines to connect secondary cities that are beyond the reach of turboprop aircraft but do not justify larger jets. Powered by two Rolls‑Royce AE 3007A turbofan engines, the ERJ 145LR delivers a cruise speed of Mach 0.78 while maintaining relatively low fuel consumption and noise levels, meeting ICAO Chapter 4 standards. Its robust airframe, simple systems and short‑field performance have made it popular with carriers worldwide, particularly in North America, Europe and South America. The jet’s introduction expanded the regional market, providing a cost‑effective bridge between turboprop and main‑line jet services, and it helped establish Embraer as a leading competitor to Bombardier and later Airbus in the 50‑seat segment. Today, many operators still rely on the ERJ 145LR for its reliability and economic performance.