Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has been shopping... and has signed with Embraer to add up to 55 aircraft. The agreement will cover SAS acquiring 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft. This is the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996. This purchase will help support SAS’s long-term fleet renewal strategy whilst helping the unlock future growth opportunities from its hub in Copenhagen as well as across its Scandinavian and international network. The E195-E2 size and range are suited to complement SAS’s existing fleet and route structure, allowing for more frequencies, better network flexibility, and most importantly, lower trip costs.

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