Embraer, Finnair, and Nordic Regional Airlines (Norra) marked a major milestone in European aviation, celebrating 20 years of E-Jets service. On 1 October 2005, Finnair operated its first Embraer E170 revenue flight from Helsinki to Oslo, opening a new era of regional connectivity, comfort, and reliability. Since October 2012, Norra has flown the Embraer aircraft across Europe on behalf of Finnair.

To commemorate the anniversary, executives from Embraer, Finnair, and Norra gathered at Helsinki Airport ahead of flight AY915, which retraced the historic Helsinki-Oslo route under the specially designated call-sign “FIN20Y.” The event included speeches, gifts for passengers, and a ceremonial send-off, highlighting the enduring partnership between the three organisations.

Christine Rovelli, Chief Revenue Officer at Finnair, stated, “For 20 years, the Embraer fleet has been essential to regional connectivity, feeding traffic into our Helsinki hub. Operated by our partner Norra, the fleet continues to deliver excellent punctuality and reliability. We’re now renewing the cabins to further enhance the customer experience.”

Juha Ojala, Managing Director of Norra, added, “Norra has succeeded with Embraer for 20 years. The E-Jets are the reliable backbone of our operations, enabling us to deliver efficient, high-quality regional service to Finnair’s customers. We’re honoured to be part of this journey.”

Marie-Louise Philippe, Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Embraer Commercial Aviation, said, “Flying together since 2005, our partnership with Finnair and Norra is a testament to the enduring value of the E-Jets family. These aircraft have delivered unmatched performance, efficiency, and passenger satisfaction across Europe. We are proud to celebrate this milestone and look forward to many more years of collaboration and success together.”

The 20-year anniversary highlights the continued significance of the Embraer E-Jets in supporting reliable, efficient regional air travel, strengthening connectivity across Europe while delivering a high-quality passenger experience.