Embraer and Azorra have marked the delivery named ‘Explorer 3.0’ of the first of nine new Embraer E190-E2 aircraft to Scoot with services are scheduled to commence in May 2024, starting with Explorer 3.0’s inaugural flight to Krabi, Thailand.
Embraer and Azorra, a prominent aircraft lessor, are celebrating a significant milestone with the delivery of the first of nine new Embraer E190-E2 aircraft to Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA). The delivery was marked by a special ceremony attended by senior executives from Azorra, Scoot, and Embraer at Embraer’s facility in Brazil. This delivery, named ‘Explorer 3.0’ in honor of Scoot’s third and newest fleet addition, represents the first time a Singapore carrier is introducing an aircraft from the Brazilian manufacturer.
Scoot’s E2 services are scheduled to commence in May 2024, starting with Explorer 3.0’s inaugural flight to Krabi, Thailand. This marks an exciting phase for Scoot and underscores their commitment to offering passengers an enhanced travel experience while expanding their route network.
Leslie Thng, Chief Executive Officer, Scoot said, “We are honored to be the first Singapore carrier to take delivery of this modern and fuel-efficient aircraft and the E190-E2 jets are crucial to our overall network growth strategy. The delivery of the first Embraer E190-E2 reflects our confidence in the demand for air travel and our commitment to connect our customers to more destinations at the same great value. We thank Azorra and Embraer for supporting us in this next chapter as we become the first major operator of the E2 in Southeast Asia.”
Azorra, as a relationship-driven aircraft lessor, provides a range of solutions including leasing, financing, fleet transition, and asset management to aircraft investors, financiers, and airline operators globally. With a multi-cultural team and core competencies in aviation law, finance, maintenance, marketing, and leasing, Azorra owns and manages a fleet of aircraft leased to operators worldwide.
John Evans, CEO and founder, Azorra said, “It’s truly exciting to be part of this new chapter for Scoot with the addition of E2s, facilitating optimized expansion of its existing network and the development of new markets with such an efficient and versatile aircraft. This marks our biggest, most important step in expanding Azorra’s commitment to the Asia-Pacific region. Together with our partners at Embraer, we’re proud to deliver the latest-generation aircraft from our firm orderbook, supporting network growth for our airline customers worldwide.”
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Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, has made significant strides since its inception in 2012. With a fleet of over 50 aircraft, including Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Airbus A320 family aircraft, and now the Embraer E190-E2 regional jets, Scoot serves 67 destinations across 15 countries and territories in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Europe. This delivery of the E190-E2 aircraft represents a milestone in Scoot’s journey of growth and expansion, offering passengers more travel options and connectivity across its network.
