N15VA 1998 Embraer ERJ-145LR

Overview

This airframe, registered as N15VA, is an Embraer-built regional jet delivered in 1998 with manufacturer serial number 145072. The airframe is an Embraer ERJ-145LR manufactured by Embraer S.A. and is registered in the US. Ownership of the aircraft is held by Das Plane LLC, a corporation based in Las Vegas, NV, US, which is the recorded owner and operator/home base for commercial or corporate operations tied to that entity. Notable registry actions for this airframe are limited to the provided registration and ownership record; no additional historical damage, repossession, or valuation events are published in the supplied data.

Operations & Cabin

The cabin for this specific ERJ-145LR is described in manufacturer/variant terms as a typical single-class, high-density layout; the supplied cabin note references a typical 50-seat single-class high-density layout, while the registered seating configuration for this airframe is 55 seats, indicating a higher-density internal fit compared with the baseline cabin description. Avionics fit and specific equipment for N15VA are not published in the supplied data; typical ERJ-145LR operations include short- to medium-range regional missions consistent with a 1,550 nm range and 450 kt cruise, often deployed on frequent-turnaround schedules. Based in Las Vegas, NV, operation under Das Plane LLC implies local maintenance and line support would be coordinated from that corporate location; specific maintenance history or unique cabin amenities are not provided.

Model & Market Context

The Embraer ERJ-145LR occupies the regional jet niche for 50-60 seat markets, offering trans-regional capability up to 1,550 nm and a service ceiling of 37,000 ft. It competes with regional jets from other manufacturers in similar capacity bands and is commonly sought for regional airlines, corporate shuttle, and charter operators requiring efficient short-to-medium stage lengths at cruise speeds near 450 kt. Market considerations for this airframe type typically include airframe age (this unit is a 1998 build), engine maintenance cycles for the Allison AE 3007A powerplants, and interior reconfiguration or refurbishment to match operator seating density and regulatory requirements for US registry operations.