N781EJ

This entry documents airframe N781EJ, an Embraer-built regional jet of model Embraer ERJ-170-100SU manufactured by Embraer S.A. in 2006 with manufacturer's serial number 17000148. The aircraft is owned and operated by the U.S.-based regional carrier Envoy Air (American Eagle), recorded on the U.S. registry as US. As a single-airframe summary, it reflects a typical in-service regional jet of its vintage: delivered in the mid-2000s, retained by a major U.S. regional operator, and used in scheduled feeder and short-haul operations. No public record of major registry transfers or ownership changes beyond the current corporate owner is provided in the supplied data; valuation and condition details are likewise not published in the dataset.

As configured in Envoy Air service, N781EJ operates as a fixed-wing multi-engine regional transport on short- to medium-haul domestic routes, matching the aircraft’s stated range of 2,150 nm and typical cruise of 430 kts. Cabin and seating specifics are not provided in the dataset; however, ERJ-170 family aircraft in airline service are commonly outfitted for 66–78 passengers in single-class regional layouts, optimized for quick turnarounds and high utilization. Avionics fit and maintenance status for this specific airframe are not published here, but operation by Envoy Air (American Eagle) implies adherence to U.S. FAR maintenance and inspection standards and scheduled heavy maintenance cycles consistent with regional carrier fleets.

The Embraer ERJ-170-100SU occupies the regional jet niche between smaller turboprops and larger single-aisle jets, offering transcontinental-feeder capability with a ceiling of 41,000 ft and efficient twin CF34 powerplants rated at 14,200 lbf each. It competes in the market with other regional jets in its class, with demand driven by carriers seeking low-cost, short-haul capacity. Resale and maintenance considerations for a 2006 airframe emphasize engine life, structural checks, and compliance with continuing airworthiness directives; specific status for N781EJ is not published in the supplied data.