Embraer's E-Freighter commercial-to-cargo conversion earns EASA certification
SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, Brazil - Embraer in São José dos Campos, Brazil announced its E-Freighter, the E190F, has received full certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), clearing it for global operations. The aircraft was previously certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Brazil's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) in 2024.
The E190F made its first flight in April 2024 and debuted publicly at the Farnborough Airshow in July. The program began in May 2022 to address a gap in the air cargo market and replace older, less efficient models. The aircraft is designed to support the growing demands of e-commerce and modern trade, which require faster deliveries and decentralized logistics.
“EASA certification is a key milestone in our passenger-to-freighter conversion program,” said Martyn Holmes, chief commercial officer of Embraer Commercial Aviation. “This is an exciting market, and we have developed the perfect aircraft to fill the gap, meeting the demand globally for faster deliveries, not just to metro areas, but all regions. The E-Jets are a global success with a large footprint worldwide, we are now ready to offer the highest standard of freighter solution to customers globally.”
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Embraer says converted E-Jets will have more than 40% additional volume capacity, three times the range of large cargo turboprops, and up to 30% lower operating costs than larger narrowbody aircraft. The E190F has a maximum structural payload of 13,500 kg, including both main deck and underfloor cargo capacity.
Embraer says that the maximum payload is 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs). The cargo volume is more than 40% greater than previous models. The range extends up to 2,000 nautical miles. The aircraft is powered by two General Electric CF34-10E turbofan engines. The cruise speed is approximately Mach 0.78. The maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) is 51,800 kg (114,199 lbs).
