Helvetic Airways is set to grow its Embraer E2 fleet following a new firm order for three E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for five additional units. The announcement was made during the Dubai Air Show 2025.

According to a statement from Embraer, the first aircraft from this new batch is scheduled for delivery in late 2026. Each E195-E2 will be configured with 134 seats in a single-class layout, featuring Recaro seating.

Fleet growth and strategy

This latest order will allow Helvetic Airways to increase its E2 fleet from the current 12 to 20 aircraft in the coming years, strengthening its position as a key European operator of Embraer's E-Jet family.

"We are proud to deepen our partnership with Embraer through this further order for the E2," said Tobias Pogorevc, CEO of Helvetic Airways. "The E195-E2 is the ideal aircraft for our network, offering exceptional fuel efficiency, low noise emissions, and a high-quality passenger experience."

Pogorevc also mentioned that "this order supports our modern fleet strategy and sustainability goals while maintaining operational flexibility across Europe. It will also enhance our ability to serve various European customers through our ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) operations."

Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation, commented that "Helvetic Airways continues to demonstrate the versatility and value of the E2 family in European operations."

"Their decision to expand the E195-E2 fleet is a strong endorsement of the aircraft’s performance, economics, and environmental credentials. We’re proud to support Helvetic’s growth and their role in delivering reliable, efficient service in their main area of wet-lease operations," Meijer concluded.

Helvetic Airways orders three Embraer E195-E2s, adds five options

A mixed fleet of E1 and E2

Helvetic Airways first ordered the E2 in 2018, with a firm order for 12 E190-E2s, which included conversion rights to the E195-E2.

The airline currently operates a mixed fleet that includes eight E190-E2s, four E195-E2s, four E190s, and four E195s.

The E2 jets are deployed across the airline's scheduled, charter, and wet-lease operations. The carrier was also the first to operate the E190-E2 and E195-E2 aircraft into London City Airport (LCY) for Swiss International Air Lines, showcasing the aircraft's steep approach capability and quiet performance.