Time to resurrect a 5year old thread,
Embraer now actually is considering an aircraft this size, 5 abreast.
Embraer CEO Frederico Curado during an earnings call today stated in his "humble opinion" a new design by Boeing makes a "lot of sense".
Boeing's ultimate decision will directly influence Embraer's strategy in the 130-seat market, says Curado. "We are waiting to understand where Boeing is going", before taking a decision to engage in the development of a five-abreast aircraft, he explains.
Embraer waits for Boeing?s move before defining new aircraft strategy
I wouldn't still rule out Embraer and Boeing finding each other either, Embraer < 150 seats, Boeing > 150 seats.. similar to what Bombardier and Comac announced yesterday.
2007 "LRJ" artist impression by Henry Lam, 5 abreast, big geared turbofans.
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z...rrow_bod-1.jpg