Canadian-based Porter Airlines has signed a major aftermarket support package contract with Embraer for its newly ordered fleet of E195-E2s. The total support programme (TSP) agreement includes airframe heavy maintenance checks, technical solutions and access to the pool programme, which offers component exchanges and repair services for hundreds of reparable items on the E2, for up to 20 years.
The Brazilian airframer said Embraer Aircraft Customer Services (EACS) will provide the pool programme support in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, while Embraer Aircraft Maintenance Services (EAMS) will conduct heavy maintenance services at its Nashville, Tennessee facility. Michael Deluce, president and CEO, Porter Airlines, said: “This service agreement with Embraer is fundamental to Porter’s operational success. During this very important moment in Porter's history, Embraer's expertise and support is crucial as we start operations with the E2 since no one knows these [aircraft] better than the manufacturer.”