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Embraer, a Brazilian aerospace company, is one of the largest manufacturers of commercial jets, particularly in the regional jet market. They also produce military aircraft and executive jets. Here's an overview of some of Embraer's major aircraft families and their production numbers:

Commercial Aircraft

1. Embraer Regional Jet (ERJ) Family: This series includes regional jets designed for short to medium-haul routes.

   • ERJ 135: Accommodates around 37 passengers.
   • ERJ 140: Seats about 44 passengers.
   • ERJ 145: The largest in this series, with a capacity of up to 50 passengers.
   • Production: Approximately 1,200 units across all ERJ models.

2. Embraer E-Jet Family: A series of narrow-body, medium-range twin-engine jets.

   • E170/E175: These models seat between 70 and 88 passengers.
   • E190/E195: Larger variants, with seating for 100 to 124 passengers.
   • Production: Over 1,600 units, widely used by regional and low-cost carriers.

3. Embraer E-Jet E2 Family: The next-generation version of the E-Jets, featuring improved efficiency, range, and passenger comfort.

   • E175-E2: Seats around 80 passengers.
   • E190-E2: Seats up to 114 passengers.
   • E195-E2: The largest variant, with seating for up to 146 passengers.
   • Production: Currently ongoing, with around 200 units delivered or on order as of 2023.

Business Aircraft

1. Phenom Series: Light jets designed for the business aviation market.

   • Phenom 100: A very light jet with seating for 4-6 passengers.
   • Phenom 300: A light jet that seats 6-10 passengers.
   • Production: Over 600 units for the Phenom 300, making it one of the best-selling light business jets.

2. Legacy Series: A series of business jets that include both large and super-midsize models.

   • Legacy 450/500: The 450 is a mid-size jet, while the 500 is a slightly larger version, both with transcontinental range.
   • Legacy 600/650: Larger jets with a range of up to 7,200 km.
   • Production: Several hundred units, with the Legacy 500/450 models being replaced by the new Praetor series.

3. Praetor Series: The latest line of Embraer business jets, featuring advanced technology and long-range capabilities.

   • Praetor 500: A midsize business jet.
   • Praetor 600: A super-midsize business jet.
   • Production: Growing, as these are newer models with increasing market adoption.

Military Aircraft

• Embraer KC-390: A multi-role military transport aircraft, notable for its versatility in cargo and troop transport, medical evacuation, and aerial refueling.

  • Production: Ongoing, with initial orders from the Brazilian Air Force and other countries.

• A-29 Super Tucano: A turboprop light attack aircraft, used for counter-insurgency, reconnaissance, and pilot training.

  • Production: Over 250 units, used by several air forces worldwide.

Embraer has a strong presence in the regional jet and business jet markets and continues to innovate with new aircraft models. Their partnerships and joint ventures, such as with Boeing for the commercial aircraft division (though the deal was eventually canceled), highlight their global reach and influence in the aerospace sector.