The 200 cockpit maybe an inch wider but you feel caved in because of the small windows. The erj has bigger windows and better seats(when new) as well as the cockpit being deeper in length, you can recline near flat. The ERJ has the fadec which the 200 does not, more automated. Also it can climb to its service ceiling fully loaded in one try.

Embraer is growing and Bombardier is struggling. The E170 type might be more advantageous for future opportunities, especially if you're interested in working abroad. Also, the 170/190 type allows you to go to a mainline operator "pre-typed".


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After almost 30yrs of this it's about paycheck and schedule. After a couple months the wow factor turns to boredom.

I always thought the erj was more comfortable as a passenger, there is a real chance to get the single seat. I would take the single seat on an erj then any airplane in the sky where I have to sit next to someone.

this is so stupid...especially since for tallflyer he'll switch airlines soon and can tell us which one he likes better...trying to get all those regional types on one cert

Um, last time I checked we're both on our third regional.

That said, you're on your third airplane, I'm only on my second.

Did I pee in your Cheerios one morning back in our Landcare days or something?

Coke vs. Pepsi

I'll choose whichever one pays me more, allows me to live where I want to, and gives me the best career progression. Other than that, they are the same thing. Small differences that amount to very little.

Anyone that chooses their airline based on CRJ 200 vs. ERJ 140 is foolish. CRJ 200 vs 170/190 or CRJ 900 vs Q400 is a completely different argument...choose the airline that has airplanes that will still be flying in 6 years.

Take the one that allows you to live in base or has the easiest commute. Don't chase the plane.

This. I know you won't believe it, but shiny jet syndrome is going to wear off fast. After a year tops, it is just a job. Never let the type of plane you are going to fly at a regional play into the decision process.
In the end, whether it is a beat up old dash 8, or a shiny new mini 737, they are all just airplanes and the autopilot does most of the dancing whilst you pass the hours in the cockpit with boredom.

Personally, my favorite flying was on a turboprop: more challenging, less automation, less long legs....etc...

Go after the important stuff: living in base, best contract, best future, fast upgrade.

Definitely! It's more like a mainliner than an RJ.