The EASA certification permits airlines to use the Embraer E195-E2 jet at London City Airport renowned for its difficult approach and short runway in a noteworthy breakthrough.
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has certified Embraer’s E195-E2, the company’s most sophisticated jet to date and a cleaner, quieter next-generation aircraft, for a steep approach to London City Airport. This accomplishment, which permits airlines to use the E195-E2 at London City Airport (LCY), which is renowned for its difficult approach and short runway, is a noteworthy breakthrough. Both E2 family members are now authorized for operations from LCY, together with the E190-E2, which obtained Steep Approach certification in 2021.
The remarkable noise reduction of the E195-E2 among modern single-aisle aircraft was brought to light during the certification procedure. It provides a much quieter flying experience than the E195 model since it exceeds the severe standards of ICAO’s Chapter 14 regulation. The E195-E2 will assist the locals by reducing noise because its takeoff noise footprint is around 60% less than that of modern jet aircraft, like the E190. The environmental performance of the E195-E2 goes beyond noise reduction. Comparing the aircraft to those of prior generations, the latter produces lower emissions and better fuel efficiency.
Alison FitzGerald, Chief Operating Officer, London City Airport, said, “The certification of the E195-E2 signifies an exciting new era for London City Airport. With its capacity to handle more passengers while being significantly quieter and more fuel efficient is testament to our commitment to work closely with aircraft manufacturers to certify cleaner, quieter, new generation aircraft and we eagerly anticipate our airlines starting commercial operations of the E195-E2 at London City Airport.”
The airport is an essential part of London’s greater connectivity, and a significant share of LCY operations on destinations as varied as Edinburgh and Mykonos are flown by Embraer aircraft, which are specially designed to handle the demands of LCY operations. Aircraft must adhere to strict noise limits, short runways, and steep approaches in order to serve LCY. The present E190 fleet that current airlines operate at LCY may be replaced by the E195-E2.
Marie-Louise Philippe, Vice President Sales & Marketing, and Head of Region for Europe and Central Asia, Embraer Commercial Aviation, said, “London City is a special place for Embraer, and unique in many ways, not just for its famed 20 mins from kerbside to gate. Embraer aircraft dominate the airport with 85% of all aircraft movements. This is due to the performance of the aircraft that does not require seats to be blocked to reduce weight. We are proud that Embraer aircraft, with their unmatched capability to handle the demanding conditions of LCY, account for most of the airport’s operations, and we look forward to the E195-E2 joining the party.”
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Embraer and Pratt & Whitney successfully tested an E195-E2 aircraft in 2022 utilizing 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which may eventually increase the emissions reduction to 85%. The E195-E2 made its initial landing at the airport in July 2022 during a test flight. Short-haul travelers prefer LCY, London’s most central airport, which serves both business and leisure travelers and provides easy access to continental Europe.
