Scandinavian airline SAS has ordered 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with options for 10 additional jets, in a deal worth approximately US$4 billion, the carrier announced on Tuesday (1 July).
The first Embraer deliveries are expected from late 2027, with completion by 2031.
The deal is part of the carrier’s long-term fleet renewal strategy, which aims to “enhance connectivity” and “unlock future growth opportunities” from its Copenhagen hub.
"This is a defining moment for SAS,” said SAS president and CEO Anko van der Werff. “This aircraft is key to enabling future growth and improved connectivity across Scandinavia and beyond.
“The E2 is central to our strategy to build a modern, efficient fleet with strong performance,” Anko van der Werff added. “It enables us to serve more routes with lower emissions, better economics, and a premium experience for our passengers.”
The carrier said the Embraer deal is its largest direct order from an aircraft manufacturer since 1996.