Geopolitical dynamics played a visible role in a major aircraft deal announced at the Paris Air Show, where Airbus (OTCPK:EADSF) (OTCPK:EADSY) secured a major order from Poland's LOT Polish Airlines and displaced longtime supplier Embraer (NYSE:ERJ) in the process,

LE BOURGET—LOT Polish Airlines is switching its large regional fleet from Embraer E1s and E2s to the Airbus A220, a decision that opens up the opportunity for the airline to offer more capacity with a single type.

Airbus sealed a landmark order for 40 A220 jets from Polish national carrier LOT on Monday, marking the airline’s largest-ever investment and signalling a broader reset in political ties between Poland and France.

Embraer has signalled that it believes the LOT selection of the Airbus A220 over its E2 regional jets was influenced by political considerations. LOT has chosen to take 40 A220s - a mix of -100s and -300s - to replace its Embraer fleet,

LOT said the A220s will gradually replace its existing regional aircraft fleet, which primarily comprises Embraer E1s. Fijoł said LOT’s E2s will “stay for as long as possible,” but will ultimately also be replaced.

French CRS police walk past the Israeli Defense Ministry stand which remains open under protection as the four main Israeli company stands at the Paris Airshow have been shut down by organizers during the 55th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 16, 2025. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier

Airbus secured major orders on day one of the Paris Air Show as Boeing scaled back its presence following the Air India crash.

Airbus is aiming to start certification work on a 160-seat version of its A220 this year, part of a continuing effort to improve the twinjet's capabilities. Such a version had previously been pitched by Bombardier,