N113HQ 2007 Embraer 175LR

Overview

This airframe, registered as N113HQ, is an Embraer 175LR (ERJ-170-200LR) built in 2007 with manufacturer's serial number 17000177. The aircraft was manufactured by Embraer S.A. and is owned by Republic Airways Inc (a corporation based in Indianapolis, IN, US). The type is registered in the US civil registry and operates within the Republic Airways fleet from its Indianapolis base. Notable registry actions include its US registration under the tail number N113HQ and continued service with its corporate owner since delivery.

Operations & Cabin

This specific Embraer 175LR typically carries a dual-class airline configuration described as a 76-seat layout (12 business / 20 economy comfort / 44 economy) even though the airframe type-rating and certification support an 80-seat seating limit. The cockpit avionics fitment for the E-Jets common fitment on this airframe is the Honeywell Primus Epic suite, providing integrated flight management, displays, and systems monitoring consistent with regional jet operational requirements. In Republic Airways service the airframe is used on short- to medium-haul regional and domestic trunk routes where its 2,200 nm range and 41,000 ft ceiling enable flexible sector planning and seasonal schedule adjustments. Maintenance considerations follow GE CF34 engine support and Embraer E-Jet maintenance programs, with line and heavy checks aligned to operator maintenance control procedures.

Model & Market Context

The Embraer 175LR (ERJ-170-200LR) occupies the regional narrow-body niche between smaller regional jets and larger single-aisle airliners, offering operators a balance of capacity and range for domestic and near-international sectors. Competing types in its class include other E-Jet variants and larger regional-sized offerings from rival manufacturers targeting similar short- to medium-range missions. For owners and prospective secondary-market buyers, considerations center on engine maintenance cycles for the GE CF34-8E5, avionics commonality such as the Honeywell Primus Epic, and typical airline interior refits, all factors that influence operational cost, dispatch reliability, and resale value.