# Azul Linhas Aéreas service, expansion, and GPS disruption

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/azul-linhas-areas-service-and-route-expansion
> Updated: 2026-09-22T22:56:00.000Z. Sources: 34. Developments: 2.

Azul Linhas Aéreas has established a partnership with the Portuguese brand Delta Cafés to serve its products on domestic and international flights. The service will be available on Embraer E1, Embraer E2, Airbus A320, and Airbus A321 aircraft for flights exceeding 1 hour and 30 minutes, specifically between 06:00 and 17:00. Delta Cafés CEO Rui Miguel Nabeiro described the move as a step toward the company’s growth in the Brazilian market, while Azul’s Chief Customer Officer Jason Ward stated the inclusion aims to enhance the onboard experience by incorporating a staple of Brazilian daily culture. In addition to the service partnership, Azul announced the expansion of its flight network with a new direct route between Rio Branco and Manaus. Scheduled to begin operations on December 12 using Airbus A320neo aircraft, the route is intended to provide double the capacity currently offered by competitors on that connection.

On September 22, 2026, global GPS instability caused significant operational disruptions for Azul, specifically impacting its Embraer E2 fleet. The technical failure, involving the Honeywell Primus Epic 2 avionics suite, led to the cancellation of over 80 flights and affected more than 8,000 passengers across Brazil, including major hubs like Viracopos, Brasília, and Porto Alegre. While the issue was centered on Azul’s 50 E195-E2 jets, the instability also impacted other global operators, including Porter Airlines in Canada, KLM and Luxair in Europe, and Mexicana. 

Embraer and Honeywell have formed a crisis team to investigate the root cause of the signal reception failure. Operations for Azul began to normalize following system updates. Embraer has emphasized that the issue does not compromise flight safety, as the aircraft are equipped with alternative navigation systems and procedures.

## Claims

- A global instability in the GPS system is affecting the operation of the Embraer E2 fleet. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- The GPS instability does not compromise flight safety as the E2 fleet has alternative navigation systems. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- Azul is providing passenger assistance in accordance with ANAC Resolution 400. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- The GPS issue resulted in the cancellation of over 80 flights and affected more than 8,000 passengers. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Honeywell is investigating the GPS reception problem that affects aircraft worldwide. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Azul's E195-E2 fleet was grounded for approximately three hours on Tuesday evening. (single source)
- The GPS issue specifically affects the Embraer E190/195 E2 models using the Honeywell Primus Epic 2 avionics suite. (single source)
- Azul began normalizing flight operations late Tuesday night after system updates. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-22: Embraer E2 aircraft face global GPS instability disruptions

A global GPS instability affecting Embraer E2 aircraft has caused widespread flight disruptions, including over 80 cancellations for Azul in Brazil, though Embraer maintains flight safety is not compromised.

26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/azul-linhas-areas-expands-routes-and-announces-coffee-partnership

### 2026-09-08: Azul Linhas Aéreas partners with Delta Cafés for flight service

Azul Linhas Aéreas will now serve Portuguese Delta Cafés on its jet-operated domestic and international flights to enhance the passenger experience and expand the brand's presence in Brazil.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/azul-linhas-areas-partners-with-delta-cafs-for-flight-service

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