The first two Embraer E195-E2, out of the planned eight such aircraft, joined the Royal Jordanian (RJ) airline fleet to serve the short- and medium-range routes, under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Al-Hussein.

Prince Faisal toured the aircraft and was briefed by RJ Vice Chairman/CEO Samer Majali about the features of the aircraft that will be an important enabler of growth.

Its high operational and fuel efficiency will enable RJ to increase frequencies to current markets in the Levant region and offer passengers more choices.

Majali briefed Prince Faisal about RJ’s fleet modernisation plan and that the airline will operate 41 planes in the coming few years.

In its 60th year, RJ enters an era of modernity and development with the introduction of eight Embraer 195 and 190-E2 regional aircraft, narrow-body A320 neo aircraft and wide-body Boeing 787-9.

It will also expand its route network and reach new destinations, to reach 60 points around the world.

Majali was optimistic about RJ getting back to profitability, despite the current regional situation.

According to Majali, following extensive feasibility studies, RJ selected Embraer’s E2 to serve its financial objectives and network strategy. These aircraft significantly reduce the investment cost of pilot training and spare parts provisioning, while also making crew scheduling easier and lowering maintenance costs.

He pointed out that Royal Jordanian has reinvented its livery, making it more modern and youthful without changing the main elements of RJ’s identity, which are proudly displayed on its aircraft.

The new design will gradually be rolled out to the rest of the fleet, presenting a more modern design and colours that signal the beginning of a new era of creativity.

Royal Jordanian has always named its planes after Jordanian cities, in a bid to promote the country as a tourist destination; the new aircraft bear the names of the cities of Ramtha and Ma’an.

The E2 regional jets provide next generation environmental efficiency. Also, customers will experience comfortable seating, while enjoying Wi-Fi connection during their flight. – TradeArabia News Service