PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS AND OPERATIONAL FEASIBILITY OF THE EMBRAER E190-E2 FOR SHORT ROUTES IN INDONESIA: A REVIEW OF COST EFFICIENCY, VIP TRANSPORT, AND LIMITED MILITARY APPLICATIONS

This research aims to analyze technical performance and propose several solutions related to feasibility and operational cost efficiency. The Embraer E190-E2 has garnered attention as a modern regional aviation solution. This study aims to analyze the technical performance, operational feasibility, and cost efficiency (CASK) of the Embraer E190-E2, specifically for short flight routes in the Indonesian archipelago. Furthermore, this review evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of the aircraft if operated for strategic military needs or as VIP/state official transport. Primary data were extracted from technical flight documents, namely the Flight Crew Operating Manual (FCOM), manufacturer specifications, and the Flight Controls module. Through aerodynamic analysis, Fly-by-Wire (FBW) integration, and take-off modeling at Sea Level (SL) conditions, the results show that the E190-E2 is highly efficient for routes under 500 nautical miles (nm) as it only requires a runway length of 1,150 meters. From the military and VIP perspectives, the hybrid control system design provides a high level of reliability and comfort, although the lack of a rear loading ramp limits its function as a heavy military cargo transport aircraft