LATAM Airlines Group announce an agreement with Embraer as it plans to expand connectivity across South America, supported by the acquisition of up to 74 Embraer E195-E2 small narrowbody aircraft. The order includes 24 firm deliveries and 50 purchase options.
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Deliveries of the firm aircraft will start in the second half of 2026, initially for LATAM Airlines Brazil and potentially later for other LATAM group affiliates.
This initiative underscores LATAM group’s ongoing investment in strengthening its domestic and regional operations, building on steady and profitable growth achieved over the past four years. The new fleet will enhance flexibility across LATAM group’s hubs, enabling the group to serve additional destinations and expand travel options for customers. The firm order for 24 aircraft is valued at approximately US$2.1 billion at list prices.
Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the Embraer E195-E2 combines competitive seat costs, superior fuel efficiency, and enhanced passenger comfort thanks to its 2-2 cabin configuration. Powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines and featuring advanced aerodynamics with the latest fly-by-wire technology, the aircraft delivers up to 30% lower fuel consumption per seat compared to previous-generation models.
The E195-E2s will join LATAM group’s fleet of 362 aircraft, which currently includes 283 Airbus narrowbodies, 3 Airbus widebodies under short-term lease, 56 Boeing widebodies, and 20 Boeing freighters. Since 2021, LATAM group has expanded its network from 129 to 160 passenger destinations, a 24% increase.
