Embraer: European LCCs could access new and profitable markets with smaller jets

Embraer reported (12-Oct-2016) it appears that European LCCs have "reached the economic limits of their leadership strategy and are progressively turning to better service offerings". The manufacturer stated there is a growing willingness among LCCs to invest in "passenger-focused solutions". Embraer sees an opportunity in the 90- to 130-seat jet segment to offer differentiation of services to combine higher loads and greater profitability. Using these smaller aircraft will allow LCCs "to access low and mid-density markets with unprecedented unit cost in the segment". [more - original PR]