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• Paul Ash
India’s largest airline is discussing a potential order for 100 Embraer regional jets, with options for about 50 additional aircraft, in what could become one of the Brazilian manufacturer’s largest orders. If talks succeed, deliveries could begin in or after 2030, according to one report.
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India’s largest airline is discussing a potential order for 100 Embraer regional jets, with options for about 50 additional aircraft, in what could become one of the Brazilian manufacturer’s largest orders. If talks succeed, deliveries could begin in or after 2030, according to one report.
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