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Virgin Australia Takes First E190-E2, Launching Perth-Based Fleet Refresh

The Azorra-supplied 100-seat jet will replace VARA’s Fokker 100s on Western Australia routes with lower fuel burn.

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Overview

  • Embraer handed over the aircraft on September 2 at São José dos Campos, registering it VH-E2A as the airframer’s 1,900th E‑Jet.
  • The jet is the first of eight delivered via lessor Azorra from its firm orderbook with Embraer.
  • It becomes the first E190-E2 to be operated by a major airline group in Australia.
  • Configured for 100 seats, the type will be based in Perth to progressively replace Virgin Australia Regional Airlines’ Fokker 100s.
  • Named Coral Bay and powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, the aircraft is slated to enter service by October 2025 with up to 30% fuel savings claimed by Embraer and at least three more deliveries expected later in 2025 and into 2026.