Embraer’s new China market outlook predicts regional aircraft to lead the way in the post-epidemic era

Embraer’s latest outlook for the Chinese commercial aviation market, released at Zhuhai Airshow today, predicts new aircraft deliveries over the next 20 years based on passenger demand for air travel in the post-epidemic era. Embraer forecasts that 1,445 new aircraft in the up to 150-seat category will be needed in the region through 2040. Among those deliveries, 77% will fulfill market growth, and 23% will replace ageing aircraft. “During the pandemic, small and medium-sized aircraft and regional flights were instrumental in the quick recovery of connectivity in China. Our E-Jets were among the first aircraft types to restore flight frequencies