Embraer E-Jet Number 2,000 Goes to Azul in Brazil

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The 2,000th Embraer E-Jet has been handed over to the Brazilian airline Azul. It is an E195-E2 and Azul’s fiftieth aircraft of that generation.

A milestone delivery

On September 2, 2026, Embraer handed over its 2,000th E-Jet to Azul Linhas Aéreas. The aircraft is an E195-E2, and it is Azul’s 50th E2.

Azul is Brazil’s largest airline by number of destinations served and one of the world’s biggest E-Jet operators. The delivery took place at Embraer’s facility in São José dos Campos.

What is the E-Jet family?

The E-Jet family is a series of narrow-body, twin-engine jets used for regional and medium-haul flights. They seat between 80 and 146 passengers, depending on the model.

Embraer started the E-Jet program in the early 2000s, and it has become a workhorse for airlines worldwide. The family includes the E170, E175, E190, and E195, plus the newer E2 generation.

Why 2,000 matters

Delivering 2,000 aircraft is a rare achievement in commercial aviation. Only a few programs have reached that number, such as the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 families.

Embraer says the milestone places the E-Jet among the world’s three largest commercial jet families. That claim is based on the number of aircraft delivered and in service.

Embraer’s place in the world

Embraer is the third-largest commercial planemaker, behind Boeing and Airbus. It focuses on smaller jets, while the giants build larger aircraft.

The company also competes with newer Chinese and Japanese programs, but those have struggled to gain orders. Embraer’s E-Jets have a strong foothold with regional airlines.

New cybersecurity venture

Alongside the delivery, Embraer announced a cybersecurity joint venture with SPX Capital, a Brazilian investment firm. The new company will combine Embraer’s Tempest Security Intelligence with SPX’s Vision Cybersecurity.

The deal is a share swap, not a cash purchase. SPX will be the controlling shareholder, while Embraer will hold a relevant minority stake and remain a client.

Scale and revenue

The new cybersecurity company is expected to have annual revenue of around R$700 million (US$136.7 million). It will have about 900 employees and serve over 600 corporate clients.

Backlog and guidance

Embraer’s order backlog reached US$34.5 billion in the second quarter of 2026. That is a record, driven by a new order for 15 E195-E2s from Azorra.

For 2026, Embraer guides to deliver between 80 and 85 commercial jets and between 160 and 170 executive jets. Combined, that is 240 to 255 aircraft.

What is not confirmed

The exact ownership split in the cybersecurity venture has not been disclosed. The name of the new company is also not yet defined.

Embraer’s claim of being among the top three commercial jet families is not independently verified. The backlog figure is as of the second quarter of 2026.

Who is Embraer?

Embraer is a Brazilian aerospace company, the third-largest commercial plane maker in the world. It was founded in 1969 and is based in São José dos Campos, Brazil.

The company builds commercial jets, executive jets, and defense aircraft. Its commercial jets focus on the regional market, seating fewer than 150 passengers.

Who is Azul?

Azul Linhas Aéreas is Brazil’s largest airline by number of destinations served. It was founded in 2008 and is known for connecting many cities across Brazil.

Azul operates a large fleet of Embraer jets, including the E195-E2. The airline has ordered many E-Jets over the years, making it a key Embraer customer.

Who is SPX Capital?

SPX Capital is a Brazilian investment firm that manages assets for institutional and private clients. It was founded in 2010 and has a portfolio that includes stakes in various companies.

SPX owns Vision Cybersecurity, a company that provides digital security services to businesses. By combining Vision with Embraer’s Tempest unit, SPX will control the new cybersecurity venture.

What is Tempest Security Intelligence?

Tempest Security Intelligence is a cybersecurity company that Embraer took control of in 2020 and fully acquired in 2023. It helps businesses protect their digital systems from hackers and data breaches.

Tempest will be merged with SPX’s Vision Cybersecurity to form the new company. The deal is a share swap, so no cash changes hands.

What happens next?

The new cybersecurity company has no name yet, and the ownership split is not fully public. Embraer will hold a minority stake and remain a client.

For Embraer, the venture is a way to grow beyond aircraft manufacturing. The company expects the cybersecurity business to generate steady revenue from corporate clients.

What the deal means for the market

Brazil’s cybersecurity market is growing as more firms move online. Combining Tempest and Vision creates a larger player with scale.

The exact ownership split is not public. The new company still has no name, and the integration is ongoing.

How the E-Jet became a success

The E-Jet family started in 2004 with the E170. It was designed to fill a gap between smaller regional jets and larger narrow-bodies.

Airlines liked its efficiency and comfort. Over 20 years, it has carried nearly 3 billion passengers, according to Embraer.

What the E2 generation adds

The E2 models, like the E195-E2, are the newest version of the E-Jet. They use new engines and wings that burn less fuel.

They also have a quieter cabin and more luggage space. Azul’s new E195-E2 is part of this newer generation.

How the cybersecurity deal works

The deal is a share swap, not a cash purchase. SPX will own the majority of the new company, while Embraer keeps a minority stake.

Embraer will also remain a client of the new firm. The exact ownership split has not been made public.

What the new company will do

The new cybersecurity firm will combine Embraer’s Tempest unit with SPX’s Vision Cybersecurity. It will serve about 600 corporate clients.

Its main job is to protect businesses from hackers and data breaches. The company has no name yet, and the integration is ongoing.

Why Embraer is branching out

Embraer is known for making planes, but it also wants to grow in services. Cybersecurity is a fast-growing market in Brazil.

By joining with SPX, Embraer can build a larger player without spending cash. The new firm is expected to earn about R$700 million (US$136.7 million) a year.

What it means for passengers

For travelers, the E-Jet family means more efficient and comfortable flights on regional routes. Azul’s new E195-E2 will likely serve domestic destinations across Brazil.

The E2 models feature larger windows, more luggage space, and lower fuel burn. That can lead to lower fares and new routes that were not previously viable.

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