Embraer ERJ-145

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07 Jul 2026 · © Unknown

Contour Airlines Embraer ERJ-145 (N8618B) climbing after takeoff, showing off the sleek blue livery.

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Unstoppable Aviation · 07 Jul 2026

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Embraer ERJ-145 (Embraer Regional Jet 145)

Aircraft

ERJ-145 E145

Contour Airlines standard livery

N8618B

Registration

Airline

Contour Airlines

VTE / LF

Manufacturer

Embraer

Gear

NIKON CORPORATION NIKON D500 200.0-500.0 mm f/5.6

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Frequent Spotter

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 70.0

Nice climb angle and clear livery, but the shot is quite soft and overexposed, which mutes the colors and detail.

Location

Charlotte Airport overlook

Charlotte Douglas International Airport · CLT/KCLT

35.2140, -80.9431

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Aviation History

The ERJ-145 is the largest member of the successful Embraer regional jet family, integral to the regional airline boom of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Fleet Rarity

Contour Airlines operates a small fleet compared to major carriers, but the ERJ-145 is a common regional jet worldwide.

Record Flights

Common on short-to-medium-haul regional routes in the US, not known for long-haul or record-breaking flights.

Safety & Events

Generally a safe model with a strong safety record; some have been involved in non-fatal incidents due to weather or runway excursions.

Future Outlook

Many ERJ-145s remain in service; some are being retired or converted to charter/business use.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce AE 3007A

Engine

20.04 meters

Wingspan

29.87 meters

Length

2,963 km

Range

833 km/h

Speed

50 passengers

Capacity

22,000 kg

MTOW

6.76 meters

Height

33.1 kN (7,420 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, approx. 84-91 EPNdB (sideline/takeoff)

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