Embraer Hosts 2023 China Regional Aviation Forum

Brazil-based plane maker, Embraer has played host to the 6th China Regional Aviation Forum (RAF) this year.

Embraer said it chose to be the host, as China’s civil aviation market continues to grow, fueled by rising domestic demand.

The event held in the city of Qingdao from 7-8 November 2023.

The theme for the event is Connectivity and Differentiation – New Momentum in Regional Aviation Development.

The forum received over 150 participants from the government, domestic and overseas airlines, airports, lessors, institutes, trade associations, and other related organisations. Speakers include airlines executives, industry experts, and think tanks. The group led discussions on a variety of topics ranging from the global and China regional aviation market development to successful business models and experience sharing for airlines. 

“Through the forum, Embraer provides a platform that pools wisdom and experience of the most qualified and knowledgeable people to discuss and debate how to expand regional networks and how to boost connectivity,” said Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation.

“The key is to offer efficient and rightsized aircraft to build the connectivity of China. The E2, which complements China’s indigenous products perfectly, is the perfect aircraft to do that as it will connect second & third tier cities as well as remote regions. Now that the E190-E2 and E195-E2 are both certified by CAAC, we are confident about our prospects in China, supporting growth and helping China Civil Aviation embrace a more sustainable aviation future.”

“We believe the regional market is a key driver of the future growth. There are one billion people living in China that have never taken a flight,” said Guo Qing, Managing Director and VP Commercial Aviation, Embraer China.