BermudAir Expands Air Cargo Service, Adding Embraer E190F Freighter to Its Fleet

Leased through Regional One, the Aircraft will be the First Embraer E-Freighter Operating in the Americas

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- BermudAir, the leading premium leisure carrier to Bermuda and the Caribbean, today announced the newest addition to its fleet: a leased Embraer E190F freighter aircraft, marking the airline's expanded air cargo service and the first deployment of an Embraer E-Freighter anywhere in the Americas. The aircraft is leased from Regional One, which has placed five firm orders for the E190F since the launch of the E-Freighter program, two of which have already entered service.

"Cargo is a natural next step for us," said Adam Scott, Founder & CEO of BermudAir. "We've built a reliable, right-sized operation connecting Bermuda and the Caribbean to North America, and the E190F lets us put that same network to work moving express cargo, supporting local businesses, e-commerce and time-sensitive freight across the islands we serve. It's an exciting expanded line of business for BermudAir, and one that builds directly on the operational strengths we've already established."

BermudAir's passenger fleet currently comprises Embraer E175 and E190 aircraft serving ten destinations across the Caribbean, the United States and Canada. The E190F will operate as a dedicated freighter alongside that network, giving BermudAir a cargo capability distinct from and complementary to its passenger operations. Subject to regulatory review and approval.

"We are excited to partner with BermudAir as they expand into dedicated cargo operations. We have long believed in the E190F's ability to fill a unique and underserved segment of the freight market, providing operators with an efficient, right-sized solution for regional cargo networks,” said George Mamangakis, Chief Investment Officer, Regional One. BermudAir has built a strong reputation through its thoughtful growth strategy and commitment to connecting island communities, making the E190F a natural fit for its operation. We look forward to supporting BermudAir's continued success and exploring additional opportunities to work together in the years ahead."

Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation, added, "BermudAir's selection of the E190F marks an important milestone for the E-Freighter program as the aircraft enters service in North America and the Caribbean for the first time. As one of the region's fastest-growing airlines, BermudAir is expanding beyond passenger operations and unlocking new opportunities in the air cargo market. The addition of another operator
underscores the strong value proposition of the E-Freighter, which was designed to address a unique gap in the cargo market with the right combination of payload, volume, range and efficiency.”

The E190F gives BermudAir a standalone cargo capability that runs alongside its passenger network rather than depending on it. Built on the proven E-Jets platform, the E-Freighter is designed for the fast-evolving demands of express air freight, which relies on quick turnarounds and decentralized operations into high-yield markets. Combining its lower and upper decks, the E190F offers more than 100 m³ of cargo volume and up to 13.5 tons of payload enabling cost-efficient transport of express cargo to and from island communities that are often underserved by dedicated freight service.

The E-Freighter was developed to fill the gap between turboprops and larger narrowbodies and to replace older, less efficient freighter models. Compared with classic narrowbody freighters, it delivers roughly 30% lower operating costs with similar cargo volume and range, while offering 35% extra volume capacity and more than three times the range of large cargo turboprops. For BermudAir, the addition supports a broader strategy of diversifying revenue while continuing to invest in the passenger experience that has defined the airline since its 2023 launch.

For more information on cargo services, please contact Cargo@flybermudair.com or visit our website at www.flybermudair.com.

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About BermudAir
BermudAir is Bermuda's boutique airline, operating a fleet of Embraer E175 and E190 aircraft in a two-class, no-middle-seat configuration. Since launching in 2023, the airline has built a multi-island network connecting Bermuda, Anguilla, Turks and Caicos, Grand Cayman, and Belize, with year-round service to U.S. East Coast gateways and Canada. BermudAir delivers approximately $149 million in annual economic impact to Bermuda, supports more than 1,100 jobs, and recently earned a Net Promoter Score of 78.92 -- among the highest in the aviation sector -- reflecting its commitment to thoughtful service, modern aircraft, and authentic Bermudian hospitality. For more information, visit www.flybermudair.com.

About Regional One
Headquartered in South Florida, Regional One Inc. stands at the forefront of the industry, showcasing a history of success and specialized expertise in the regional aviation market, providing aviation asset lifecycle solutions to airlines and aerospace customers globally. Regional One is a purchaser, lessor and seller of aircraft, aircraft parts, engines and engine parts, offering worldwide support to regional and commercial aircraft operators.
With strategically located global operations, an extensive inventory and a wide range of products and support services since 2004, Regional One has built an integrated portfolio of solutions and services offering asset leasing and trading, parts sales, flight hour programs, repair and inventory consignment management, aircraft modifications/conversion management and tailored solutions to the global aerospace industry.
Regional One provides operators worldwide with access to critical aviation parts and customized solutions that optimize asset performance and returns throughout the entire lifecycle.

About Embraer
A global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, Embraer has businesses in Commercial and Executive aviation, Defense & Security, and Agricultural Aviation. The company designs, develops, manufactures and markets aircraft and systems, as well as providing Services & Support to customers after-sales. Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than 9,000 aircraft. On average, about every 10 seconds, an aircraft manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world, transporting over 150 million passengers a year.
Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 150 seats capacity and the main exporter of high value-added goods in Brazil. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service and parts distribution centers, among other activities, across the Americas, Africa, Asia and Europe.

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