10 Most Commonly Sold Commercial Jets to Airlines

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7.Embraer E-Jet

Delivered: 1,090; On firm order: 249; Total sales: 1339

The only commercial jet on our list not manufactured in Europe or North America is Brazilian Embraer E-Jet. Introduced in 2002, it was one of the biggest commercial success in the history of airlines. This narrow body twin engine jet managed to outsell much bigger names in it short lifespan, and the sales are still going strong. It can seat between 80 and 124 passengers. One of the reasons behind it success is the low price. E-170 variant goes for $28.5 million while larger E-195 costs $47.0 million. It is currently in the fleets of 71 airlines, with biggest operators being Republic Airlines with 172 and Air Canada with 120     E-jets in service and on firm order.

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