QantasLink’s First Embraer E190 Completes 20‑Hour Delivery Flight to Perth

QantasLink’s inaugural Embraer E190, tail number VH‑E9A and christened “Exmouth,” has just finished a remarkable 20‑hour delivery run from Norwich, UK, to Perth, Western Australia. The jet, formerly KLM Cityhopper’s PH‑EZC, traversed Europe, Central Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia before landing on September 7. This milestone marks the beginning of a fleet overhaul that could see up to fourteen E190s replace Network Aviation’s aging Fokker 100s. The transition promises newer, more fuel‑efficient aircraft for regional services, potentially improving passenger comfort and operational reliability across QantasLink’s network. While the full rollout remains to be seen, the delivery underscores the airline’s commitment to modernizing its fleet.