The Embraer 170, also known as the E170, is a regional jet with 72 seats in its standard layout and certification for up to 80 passengers. According to Embraer, it can fly 3,982 km with a full passenger load and cruise at up to Mach 0.82, approximately 870 km/h at altitude. It was the first aircraft in the E-Jets family, which also includes the E175, E190 and E195.
For group charter flights, the E170 meets a specific need: carrying 50 to 80 passengers on journeys lasting one to five hours across Europe, North Africa or the Middle East. It sits between 50-seat regional jets such as the ERJ 145 and single-aisle aircraft such as the Airbus A320 or Boeing 737.
At Artheau Aviation, we charter this aircraft for group travel, including film crews, sports teams, seminars and corporate events. We source available aircraft, compare operators and coordinate your flight from departure through to your group's arrival.
Passengers
72 seats
Up to 80 depending on the operator's cabin configuration
Cruise speed
Mach 0.82
Approximately 870 km/h at altitude, according to Embraer
Range
≈ 3,980 km
With a full passenger load, according to Embraer
Payload
9,743 kg
Maximum payload, according to Embraer
The cost of hiring an E170 is based on the entire aircraft, regardless of how many seats are occupied. It depends on flight time, aircraft positioning, airport charges, ground handling and any time the aircraft remains on site. For outbound and return flights several days apart, we compare keeping the aircraft at the destination with repositioning it between flights.
For last-minute requests, aircraft availability depends on market conditions at the time of booking. For groups of 50 to 80 passengers, the E170 offers an intermediate option between a 50-seat regional jet and a 150-seat single-aisle aircraft.
Every charter proposal is quoted individually after consulting several operators. Before you confirm, we explain what is included and which factors could affect the price.
The E170 combines jet speed and range with seating capacity suited to medium-sized groups.
A large group travels together on one aircraft without chartering a 150-seat single-aisle jet.
The 2 + 2 cabin gives every passenger either a window seat or direct aisle access.
With a range of 3,982 km according to Embraer, it can fly non-stop from Paris to Lisbon, Athens or Marrakech.
Embraer specifies a maximum payload of 9,743 kg, useful for groups travelling with equipment.
Its limitation: performance at short-runway or high-altitude airports must be assessed case by case. Embraer quotes a take-off distance of up to 1,644 m at maximum take-off weight. For groups of fewer than 50 people, an ERJ 145 or Saab 2000 is often more suitable.
According to Embraer, the E170 can fly up to 2,150 nautical miles, approximately 3,980 km, with the maximum number of passengers in a single-class layout. The manufacturer notes that this is an indicative figure based on standard atmospheric conditions and zero wind. For each charter flight, we ask the operator to confirm the route based on payload, baggage, winds and the diversion airport.
From Paris-Le Bourget, this range covers non-stop flights to Figari (approximately 980 km), Lisbon (approximately 1,460 km), Tunis (approximately 1,490 km), Helsinki (approximately 1,900 km), Athens (approximately 2,110 km), Marrakech (approximately 2,120 km) and Istanbul (approximately 2,220 km).
For groups of more than 80 passengers or longer routes, we generally recommend a single-aisle aircraft such as the Airbus A321 or Boeing 737.
Great-circle distances calculated by Artheau Aviation for guidance only.
The figures below are published by Embraer and EASA. They vary depending on the aircraft version and the configuration selected by the operator.
| Specification | Embraer 170 (E170) |
|---|---|
| Seats | 72 (single-class, 32-inch pitch) · 78 high-density · 66 two-class · 80 certified maximum |
| Maximum cruise speed | Mach 0.82 (≈ 870 km/h) |
| Range with full passenger load | ≈ 3,980 km (2,150 NM) |
| Engines | 2 × General Electric CF34-8E5 |
| Maximum payload | 9,743 kg |
| Maximum take-off weight | 38,600 kg |
| Take-off / landing runway distance | 1,151 to 1,644 m / 1,241 m |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft (12,497 m) |
Sources: Embraer and EASA, type certificate IM.A.001.
An E170 seats 72 passengers in a standard single-class layout with 32-inch seat pitch. Embraer offers up to 78 seats with reduced pitch, while its type certificate permits a maximum of 80 passengers. A two-class layout accommodates 66 passengers. We confirm the exact configuration and cabin layout in every proposal.
The cabin has four seats per row, two on each side of the aisle. There are no middle seats, which is particularly welcome on flights lasting two to four hours.
Embraer specifies a maximum payload of 9,743 kg, including passengers and baggage. For groups carrying equipment, such as film crews or sports teams, we check hold volume, oversized item dimensions and permitted weights with the operator before confirming the aircraft.
| Charter mission | E170 suitability | Our assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Filming, production or event | Highly suitable | The crew and equipment travel together, following the production schedule. |
| Sports team travel | Highly suitable | Enough room for the team, staff and equipment on flights lasting two to four hours. |
| Seminar or corporate travel | Suitable | A direct group charter flight for 50 to 80 passengers. |
| Island or seasonal destination | Suitable | An alternative when scheduled flights are full or poorly timed during peak season. |
| Group of fewer than 50 | Often oversized | An ERJ 145 or Saab 2000 offers capacity closer to the requirement. |
| Group of more than 80 | Insufficient capacity | An Airbus A321 or Boeing 737 can carry the whole group on one flight. |
For group flights of 50 to 80 passengers within Europe or the Mediterranean, when jet speed matters and a single-aisle aircraft would be oversized.
The actual seating layout (72 to 80 seats), baggage hold volume, oversized items and range with your group's payload.
Airport slots, ground handling, catering, take-off performance at the selected airport and crew rest requirements.
Smaller: ERJ 145 or Saab 2000. Similar capacity on short routes: ATR 72 or Dash 8 Q400. Larger: Airbus A321 or Boeing 737.
A French film crew needed to travel to Corsica for a ten-day shoot. We arranged outbound and return E170 charter flights for its 75 members between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Figari, and assisted the technical crew and cast on arrival and departure.
The crew initially planned to travel on a scheduled service. The number of travellers and the volume of sensitive equipment (cameras, audio systems and lighting) made this difficult to organise.
A charter flight allowed the entire team and its equipment to travel together, without depending on available seats or the baggage allowances of a scheduled airline.
The production team chose to charter an aircraft at the last minute. We checked market availability and recommended the E170, which matched the group size, equipment requirements and requested schedule among the aircraft available.
At approximately 980 km from Paris-Charles de Gaulle to Figari, the flight takes around one hour and thirty minutes by jet, well within the aircraft's range.
We coordinated the carriage of cameras, audio systems, lighting and oversized baggage with the operator. Tailored onboard catering was also arranged.
With 75 passengers on board, the E170 was close to its maximum capacity. Confirming the volume and weight of equipment with the operator was therefore essential before committing to the aircraft.
Our team was present on arrival in Corsica and again at departure ten days later to assist the film crew and cast. We also organised road transfers between Figari Airport and the filming locations, as well as the return flight to Paris.
The production team therefore had one point of contact for the flight, equipment and ground transfers.
This mission demonstrates the value of aircraft charter for audiovisual productions: keeping the crew and equipment together, responding to a last-minute request and entrusting the logistics to one air charter broker.
Tell us your route, dates, passenger numbers and the volume of baggage or equipment. This helps us identify the right aircraft and cabin configuration.
We consult several operators, check aircraft and slot availability, then present one or more options with a clear explanation of what each price includes.
Once you confirm, we coordinate the operator, airports, passenger manifest, catering and transfers. Your dedicated contact remains available until the group arrives.
We do more than find an available aircraft. From your first request to landing, our teams coordinate every stage of your charter.
Your dedicated broker remains your main point of contact throughout your journey, from the initial request to your arrival.
We compare aircraft and certified operators to recommend the solution best suited to your itinerary, requirements and budget.
Once your flight is confirmed, our Flight Preparation team coordinates the operational details required for a smooth journey.
The team oversees flight logistics, ground handling, catering, passenger requirements and other arrangements before departure.
Every flight is operated by a certified aircraft operator holding the licences and approvals required for the mission.
We review operators, aircraft and operational requirements to check that each proposed solution meets our safety and compliance standards.
Pricing is quoted for the entire aircraft. It depends on flight time, aircraft positioning, airport charges and any days spent waiting at the destination. We explain what is included before you confirm.
It seats 72 in a standard single-class layout, up to 78 in high-density configuration and a certified maximum of 80. We confirm the cabin configuration in every proposal.
Approximately 3,980 km with a full passenger load, according to Embraer. From Paris, this covers Lisbon, Helsinki, Athens and Marrakech without a stop.
The ERJ 145 is a narrower, 50-seat regional jet with three seats per row. The E170 belongs to the E-Jets family, accommodates 72 to 80 passengers in a 2 + 2 layout and has greater range.
Yes, subject to hold volume and payload limits. For cameras, sports equipment or oversized items, we confirm dimensions and weights with the operator before booking.
Yes, subject to aircraft availability. The later the request, the fewer operators and aircraft are likely to be available.
As early as possible, especially in peak season or when outbound and return flights are several days apart. Early enquiries allow us to compare more operators.
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