N261SY

This entry describes airframe tail number N261SY, a 2017-built Embraer regional jet of the type Embraer 175LR (ERJ-170-200LR) with manufacturer serial number 17000704. The aircraft is registered in the US and is owned by SKYWEST AIRLINES INC, a corporation based in St George, UT, US, which acts as the operator/home base for the type. No additional ownership transfers or notable registry actions have been published for this airframe. Condition and market valuation details for this specific airframe are Not published, and publicly available records for maintenance status or major events have not been provided.

The airframe is certified in a high-density configuration for 88 seats while typical airline dual-class layouts for the type are around ~76 seats, reflecting operator choices between maximum capacity and passenger comfort. As a fixed-wing multi-engine regional jet, this specific aircraft is typically used on short- to medium-haul regional routes consistent with SkyWest’s route network from its base in St George, UT, US. Standard operations for the type include frequent daily cycles and airport turnarounds demanding a robust maintenance program; however, specific maintenance records for N261SY are Not published. Cabin accommodations and interior amenities for this airframe conform to fleet standards applied by its operator, with variations in galley and lavatory placement depending on the installed seating plan.

The Embraer 175LR (ERJ-170-200LR) occupies the regional jet niche for 70–90 seat operations, offering extended-range performance relative to base models with a listed range of 2,200 nm and a service ceiling of 41,000 ft. Powered by 2× GE CF34-8E5 engines producing 14,510 lbf each, the platform competes with similarly sized regional jets from competing manufacturers and high-density turbofan regional alternatives. Buyer and charter demand typically centers on regional carriers seeking flexibility between capacity and stage length; resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe are driven by cycle count, operator heavy-check practices, and the absence of publicly released unique condition or valuation data for N261SY.