N134HQ

This airframe, registered as N134HQ, is an Embraer ERJ-170/175LR series jet built in 2008 with manufacturer serial number 17000220. The airframe is owned by REPUBLIC AIRWAYS INC, a corporate operator based in Indianapolis, IN, US, and has been operated in an airline regional configuration consistent with the owner's fleet requirements. Public registry entries for this specific tail note standard commercial operation under a US registration; no extraordinary incidents or formal preservation actions are published for this airframe. Condition and valuation details beyond fleet assignment and configuration have not been published.

The aircraft is fitted in an airline regional layout with a high-density, single-class cabin accommodating approximately 80 seats, reflecting the operator’s focus on short-to-medium haul, high-utilization regional routes. Avionics are provided by Honeywell Primus Epic, a modern integrated flight deck suite that supports typical airline operational requirements including advanced flight management, navigation and situational awareness systems. With a design range of 2,000 nm and a cruise speed around 470 kts, the airframe is optimized for regional sector work, frequent cycles and scheduled point-to-point services from Republic Airways’ Indianapolis base. Maintenance considerations for this specific airframe follow standard ERJ-170/175LR program intervals, with the CF34-8E5 engines necessitating operator-managed shop visits and life-limited component tracking consistent with airline practice.

The Embraer ERJ-170/175LR family occupies the regional jet niche bridging turboprops and larger single-aisle airliners, offering fast cruise performance and altitudes up to 41,000 ft for fuel-efficient regional stages. With the CF34-8E5 powerplant and an approximate 80-seat high-density layout, this configuration competes with other 70–90 seat regional jets from manufacturers offering similar stage lengths and operating economics. Market demand for LR-configured ERJ-170/175s typically centers on replacement and growth for regional carriers, with resale and maintenance considerations driven by cycle life, engine shop visit status and avionics—here, the Honeywell Primus Epic—when assessing fleet transfers.