What’s Next for this ‘Unlucky’ E190-E2, Not Taken up by Congo Airways and Shunned by Madagascar Airlines?
The Embraer E190-E2 (serial number MSN 19020016), a modern and promising plane, has had a turbulent journey, marked by cancellations and twists. Initially intended for Fuzhou Airlines, Somon Air, and eventually Congo Airways, the aircraft faced multiple setbacks. After being painted in Congo Airways' livery, it nearly got a second chance with Madagascar Airlines, only to be sidelined again. Now, at 3.5 years old, this machine seems to have found a destination that could offer it the stability it deserves. Here's a look back at the surprising journey of this "unlucky" plane.