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JetBlue Airways to decide between CSeries and E-jet E2 family
Montreal - JetBlue Airways is looking for new 100-seaters to replace its 60 Embraer E190. The most probable candidates are Bombardier's CSeries and the Embraer's new generation E-Jet E2s. (airlinerwatch.com) Más...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
Wait, I thought B6 disliked the E-190, not just because of high maintenance costs; I thought the size was not optimal and the dispatch reliability was not great. The title of this article is misleading - nowhere does it say that B6 is choosing between the CSeries or E-jet E2. They are keeping all options open, it says. Based on what I've heard, I would be surprised if they go with another Embraer product.
A few weeks ago, JetBlue announced they were awaiting the decision of the trade commission before looking to replace their 190's which they wanted to do for all the reasons you listed. That could only have meant they would consider the C-series, but my take was they knew the prices would drop if Embraer had competition.
Should be an easy decision, but I'm biased. I think the only thing the E Jet has going for it is they are the incumbent supplier. Other than that, the CSeries has proven itself as the most modern, comfortable, reliable and efficient regional jet an airline could buy - says the airlines who own them.
Embraer has a slight advantage in that they will probably take JetBlue's current E-jets off their hands for a credit whereas the last thing Airbus/Bombardier wants is a bunch of mid-life E-90s
On the other hand, JetBlue makes no secret of the high maintenance costs of the Embraer fleet and the C-series has a track record now of low operating costs, reliability and passenger satisfaction. If the C-series wins this one, the tipping point will have been passed so I would expect major discounts by both Airbus and Boeing to get this contract.
On the other hand, JetBlue makes no secret of the high maintenance costs of the Embraer fleet and the C-series has a track record now of low operating costs, reliability and passenger satisfaction. If the C-series wins this one, the tipping point will have been passed so I would expect major discounts by both Airbus and Boeing to get this contract.
bombardier's c series has begun with great reviews from both passengers and airline accountants. I would not be surprised if upon getting the C series into operation, that they could eventually acquire many more hundreds , making great profits and offering decent seating and other ammenities.
Yes, i would love the CSeries as well.
The "jungle jets" as they are known as in some parts of aviation in Canada. The Embraers are "tinny" and the seats are lousy. If you pay that kind of money to fly,
choose the C-Series. Talk to SWISS & AIR BALTIC Pilots and executives. People are now asking which flight is a C-Series...They want to try the most comfortable and affordable Regional jet with long legs. When people are cluttering booking agents lines. You are successful when the client beats a path to your door. That seems to be happening everywhere.
choose the C-Series. Talk to SWISS & AIR BALTIC Pilots and executives. People are now asking which flight is a C-Series...They want to try the most comfortable and affordable Regional jet with long legs. When people are cluttering booking agents lines. You are successful when the client beats a path to your door. That seems to be happening everywhere.