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FS2002 VASP ERJ170. The Embraer 170 is the first of a new family of twin engine jet airliners launched in June of 1999 to meet the needs of the commercial aviation industry. The first flight of the Embraer 170 took place on February 19, 2002. The new family, which also includes the Embraer 175, Embraer 190 and Embraer 195, is being developed under a multinational program of venture capital partnerships. The program, headed by Embraer, will invest around US$ 850 million, and includes partnerships with 16 globally recognized aerospace firms. By J.R. Lucariny.