Embraer confirms what many have feared: The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer has to postpone the commissioning of the E175-E2 jets to 2023. The reason for this is the weak demand for new aircraft deliveries, triggered by the corona pandemic, such as simpleflying.com reported.

“While our industry has survived and often emerged stronger from many major shocks, the effects of COVID-19 have been deeper, more extensive and more damaging,” said Embraer CEO Arjan Meijer. The E-Jets range is vital to rebuilding airlines, Meijer added.