JSX, the world’s first only 5-start premium regional air carrier, and AURA AERO, the French aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in low-carbon aviation, have signed a Letter of Intent regarding the ERA, the hybrid-electric 19-seater regional aircraft. The agreement is for 50 aircraft plus 100 additional options. 

JSX is a Dallas, Texas based regional air carrier that provides up to 120 public charter flights daily to 24 business and leisure destinations across Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, New Mexico, New York and Texas in the US, with new offerings to Mexico and The Bahamas, as well. JSX currently operates 47 Embraer ERJ family aircraft, each reconfigured to offer 30 seats, and employs over 1,200 crew members. 

ERA is a brand new eco-responsible aircraft. Concentrating many avionic, aerodynamic and propelling innovations, it is the solution to the decarbonization of regional aviation. This aircraft addresses the environmental challenges of the 21st century, reducing C02 emissions by up to 80% compared to thermal aircraft in the same category, together with a significant reduction of direct operating costs, making regional connectivity viable again. 

This JSX order and the plan to roll out ERA as early as 2028 will offer an extensive network of point-to-point flights, while confirming the maturity of the aircraft’s development, whose operating economics and environmental & operational performances are fit to the market.