The story
The E175 is everywhere in the US because it fits perfectly under airline scope clauses — those contract limits that cap regional jet size.
In 2018 more than 450 of the roughly 560 E175s then flying were in US service, most of them in mainline colors.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Embraer 175 (Short Wing)?
Nearly identical to the long-wing E175 (E75L). The tell is the wingtip: the original short wing has smaller, more upright winglets and about 9 feet less span.
What does a Embraer 175 (Short Wing) sound like?
Same CF34 note as the long wing variant.
How fast is the Embraer 175 (Short Wing)?
Top speed is 470 kts.
How many passengers does the Embraer 175 (Short Wing) carry?
Up to 88. A typical layout is 76 (2-class).
How far can the Embraer 175 (Short Wing) fly?
Range is about 2,200 nmi.
How big is the Embraer 175 (Short Wing)?
It is 103 ft 11 in long and 85 ft 4 in across the wings.
When did the Embraer 175 (Short Wing) first fly?
Its first flight was in 2003.
How many Embraer 175 (Short Wing)s have been built?
Part of 840+ E175s built.
How rare is a Embraer 175 (Short Wing) in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Embraer 175 (Short Wing) catch is worth 25 points.
