Originally Posted by
notEnuf
The E175s feature a new wingtip that, among other technical enhancements, improves aerodynamic performance. Fuel consumption on a typical flight is 6.4% lower than first-generation E175s. In North America, the E175 is the preferred aircraft of carriers operating 76-seat jets. Since 2013, the E175 has captured over 80% of orders among aircraft in its class from airlines in the United States.
As an aero engineer, I find it amazing that even though the Ejet's have been developed and in production for the last decade, they are still finding ways to improve the wing by 6.4%. Are the new computer simulations just that much more advanced? You'd thought the E175 would have come with the most efficient wing possible on delivery.