41.   Embraer has established itself as a leading maker of small regional jets, which an increasing number of commercial airlines in the United States and elsewhere are purchasing.

42.   Emboldened by its success with regional jets, Embraer is now preparing to move into the bottom end of the full-size market.

43.   Eagle pilots now flying turboprops could see significant pay increases by promoting into regional jets.

44.   First, although the regional jets were a significant improvement over some of the tiny turboprops they replaced, they are much more expensive to buy and operate.

45.   For its part, AMR officials say commuter affiliates for other airlines already are flying regional jets, which is forcing AMR to consider a similar move.

46.   For instance, ASA this year opened new routes between Atlanta and Islip, N.Y., and Des Moines, Iowa, using regional jets.

47.   Given the advantages of regional jets, airline executives may soon be more irked that they cannot deploy more.

48.   He also noted that those who stay with Eagle would get a shot at flying the regional jets.

49.   He noted that the regional jet manufacturers are heavily subsidized by their respective governments, which would make it tough for Boeing to compete.

50.   He has invested heavily in regional jets, which are cheaper to buy and operate.