Embraer announced that lessor Regional One is partnering with Bridges Air Cargo to bring the E190F into service, which will be the first of two conversions, making the announcement at the Paris Air Show 2025.
Bridges Air Cargo, part of Bridges Worldwide, provides services to the international logistics, courier and express community, working with providers including FedEx, UPS and DHL.
Guy Bridges, Managing Director of Bridges Air Cargo said: “The aircraft’s size fills a unique and under-served space in the cargo segment. It strengthens our operational capability and paves the way for the development of promising new routes. We are excited to partner with Embraer and Regional One on what we see as a pivotal advancement for regional air cargo.”
Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation added: “We are excited to announce Bridges Air Cargo as the launch customer for the E190F so soon after achieving triple certification for the aircraft with FAA, EASA and ANAC. We look forward to supporting a smooth entry into service for the first E-Freighter, and wish Bridges every success.”
Regional One has also announced that it has ordered two more E-Freighters, adding to the two that will be supplied to Bridges Air Cargo.
George Mamangakis, Chief Investment Officer of Regional One said: “We’re expanding our freighter fleet with two additional Embraer E-Freighters to better serve the growing demand for efficient, flexible, and sustainable cargo solutions. This strategic move reinforces our strong partnership with Embraer and highlights our shared focus on innovation, performance, and operational excellence in air freight.”
Embraer says that E-Jets converted into freighters will have 40% more volume capacity and three times the range of turboprop aircraft and up to 30% lower operating costs than larger narrowbody aircraft.
When under floor and main deck capacity is combined, Embraer says the maximum structural payload is 13.5 tonnes.