Oman Air has placed an order for five Embraer 175s for delivery from the first quarter of 2011. The deal is worth $177.5 million.
Four of the aircraft will be operated by Oman Air in a two-class 72-seat layout. The fifth will be operated by the Omani police force. The deal includes purchase rights for five more aircraft.
Source: Flight Daily News
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