Embraer has signed a spare parts inventory support agreement with Jazz Aviation, the primary operator of Air Canada Express, covering all E-Jets in the carrier’s fleet. Jazz, which currently operates 25 E175 aircraft, becomes the first customer in Canada to adopt Embraer’s Collaborative Inventory Planning (ECIP) programme, marking a notable expansion of Embraer Services & Support in North America—home to the world’s largest E-Jet fleet.
Under the ECIP model, Embraer assumes responsibility for the majority of spare parts investment while managing materials through a data-driven planning approach. This arrangement is designed to reduce aircraft downtime, optimise stock levels and deliver predictable operational performance. The programme leverages advanced analytics and Embraer’s global expertise to generate weekly inventory recommendations based on real-time usage and stock data, ensuring a more responsive and efficient supply chain.
For Jazz, the agreement represents a strategic move to enhance reliability and operational efficiency across its regional network. By tapping into Embraer’s global materials management capabilities and logistics infrastructure, the airline aims to minimise service disruptions and maintain consistent, high-quality performance for Air Canada Express passengers. The collaboration also supports tighter cost control through fixed annual pricing for parts, enabling more accurate budgeting and improved financial planning.
A key advantage of ECIP lies in its risk-sharing structure. With Embraer covering much of the upfront inventory investment, airlines benefit from reduced capital exposure while still maintaining access to critical components. Additionally, predefined lead times and guaranteed service levels provide operational certainty, reinforcing fleet availability and performance metrics.
