Embraer’s E-Freighter, the E190F, has been fully certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), allowing it to operate globally. This follows full certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), which was achieved in 2024.
The E-Freighter completed its maiden flight in April 2024 and made its first public appearance at the Farnborough Airshow in July 2024. The E190F programme was launched in May 2022 to address a gap in the air cargo market and replace older, less efficient aircraft. Designed to meet the evolving needs of e-commerce and modern trade, the E-Freighter enables rapid deliveries and decentralised operations, supporting the growing demand for swift shipments to regional markets.
“EASA certification is a key milestone in our passenger-to-freighter conversion programme. This is an exciting market, and we have developed the perfect aircraft to fill the gap, meeting the demand globally for faster deliveries, not just to metro areas, but all regions. The E-Jets are a global success with a large footprint worldwide, we are now ready to offer the highest standard of freighter solution to customers globally,” said Martyn Holmes, Chief Commercial Officer, Embraer Commercial Aviation.
E-Jets converted to freighters will offer over 40% more volume capacity, three-times the range of large cargo turboprops, and up to 30% lower operating costs than larger narrow-body aircraft. When considering both underfloor and main deck capacity, the E190F has a maximum structural payload of 13,500 kg.
