Binter Canarias Orders Five More Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft

Spanish regional carrier Binter Canarias (NT) has expanded its commitment to the Embraer E2 family, placing a firm order for five additional Embraer E195-E2 aircraft and securing four purchase rights. The agreement, announced on July 21, 2026, at the Farnborough International Airshow, will further support the airline’s network expansion beyond its traditional inter-island routes.

In a press release issued during the trade show, Embraer S.A. confirmed this marks Binter’s fourth order for the E2 family. The Canary Islands-based operator was a launch customer for the type, taking delivery of its first Embraer E195-E2 in December 2019. The new airframes will join a fleet that currently includes 16 Embraer E195-E2s and 26 ATR 72-600 turboprops, enabling longer nonstop connections between the archipelago, mainland Spain, and international destinations.

Fleet expansion and operational strategy

Binter configures its Embraer E195-E2 aircraft with 132 seats in a single-class layout. The cabin features a two-by-two seating arrangement, eliminating middle seats and aligning with the carrier’s focus on passenger comfort on longer regional sectors.

The airline received its 16th Embraer E195-E2 in April 2025. The addition of five firm orders and four purchase rights provides a clear growth pipeline for the operator as it continues to leverage the jet’s range and fuel efficiency to open new markets that would be unviable with its ATR 72-600 fleet.

Manufacturer perspective on the E2 program

Embraer highlighted Binter’s repeated orders as a validation of the aircraft’s operational economics. Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation, noted the airline’s role in demonstrating the platform’s capabilities.

“This new order reflects the outstanding performance of the E195-E2 in service and the value it delivers through exceptional efficiency, passenger comfort, and operational flexibility,” Meijer stated. “Binter has become a benchmark for successful E2 operations, with this fourth order underscoring its confidence in the aircraft’s performance.”

The Farnborough announcement adds to Embraer’s backlog for the E2 program, which competes directly with the Airbus A220 family in the 100-to-150-seat market segment.

AirPro News analysis

We view Binter’s incremental order strategy as a measured approach to capacity growth. By placing a fourth distinct order rather than a single massive commitment, the carrier maintains fleet flexibility while steadily building its mainland network. The combination of the ATR 72-600 for high-frequency inter-island hops and the Embraer E195-E2 for longer, thinner routes provides a highly optimized dual-fleet structure that maximizes both yield and operational efficiency.

Sources: Embraer