Embraer forecasts global demand for 6250 70 to 130-seat jet aircraft

Embraer released (14-Jul-2014) its 2014-2033 Market Outlook detailing the company's forecast for deliveries of new 70 to 130-seat jet aircraft over the next twenty years. Embraer identifies a need for 6250 jet aircraft in the 70 to 130-seat capacity category, with the total value of all deliveries projected at USD300 billion.

Forecast breakdown:

• 2,300 units in the 70 to 90-seat segment;
• 3,950 units in the 90 to 130-seat segment.

Regional breakdown:

• North America: 2,010 aircraft, 32%;
• Europe: 1,140, 18%;
• China: 1,020, 17%;
• Latin America: 700, 11%;
• Asia Pacific: 520, 8%;
• Commonwealth of Independent States: 380, 6%;
• Middle East: 250, 4%;
• Africa: 230, 4%;

Replacement of ageing aircraft will represent 56% of new deliveries and 44% will support market growth. The world fleet-in-service of jets with up to 130 seats will increase from 3850 aircraft in 2013 to 6580 by 2033. [more - original PR]