Embraer presented the C-390 Millennium and the A-29 Super Tucano of the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) for the first time in the United States. The inaugural visit of the two aircraft took place on the March 18 and 19, at the headquarters of Embraer Executive Jets, near Orlando International Airport, in Melbourne, Florida and was attended by government authorities, military officers, potential customers and partners.
In addition to defense aircraft, Embraer also presented the Praetor 600, the most technologically advanced midsize business jet in the world, and the Phenom 300E, the best-selling light business jet for 12 consecutive years. The two-day event allowed participants to get up close and personal with these advanced aircraft and their capabilities.
“We are proud to welcome the C-390 Millenium and A-29 Super Tucano to our Melbourne facility. We were able to interact with an important and diverse audience, in addition to presenting an aircraft built in Jacksonville, just a few hours away”, says Bosco da Costa Junior, President & CEO of Embraer Defense & Security. “The A-29 Super Tucano has been an important part of our industrial presence in Florida for more than 10 years, and we see great opportunities for both aircraft in the market, including the possibility of bringing the C-390 here as well.”.
The C-390 is a versatile platform with an unbeatable combination of proven and innovative technologies, with low operating costs, ease of maintenance and maximum operational readiness, enabling interoperability and connectivity in networked and multi-domain environments.
The aircraft thus offers air forces around the world exceptional fleet performance, maximum cost efficiency and high availability. A modern plane that leaves nothing to be desired. The C-390 can carry more payload (26 tons) compared to other medium-sized military transport aircraft and flies faster (470 knots) and farther, being capable of performing a wider range of missions such as transport and launch. of cargo and troops, aeromedical evacuation, search and rescue, firefighting and humanitarian missions, including operating on unpaved runways, on surfaces such as compacted earth and gravel. The aircraft was selected by South Korea, the Czech Republic, Austria, the Netherlands, Portugal and Brazil.
The current fleet of aircraft in operation has accumulated more than 11.500 flight hours, with an operational availability of around 80% and mission completion rates exceeding 99%, demonstrating exceptional productivity in its category.
The A-29 Super Tucano is a turboprop light attack aircraft used by 16 air forces around the world and has already exceeded 500.000 flight hours worldwide, with 60.000 hours in combat. The aircraft can perform a variety of roles, from close air to aerial interdiction, along with a diverse range of weaponry depending on the environment.
About Embraer
Embraer is a global aerospace company based in Brazil. It manufactures aircraft for commercial and executive aviation, defense and security, and agricultural customers. The company also provides after-sales services and through a worldwide network of owned entities and authorized agents. Since its founding in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than 8.000 aircraft. On average, every 10 seconds, a plane manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world, transporting more than 145 million engers per year.
Embraer is a leader in the manufacture of commercial jets with up to 150 seats and is Brazil's main exporter of high-value-added goods. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service and parts distribution centers in the Americas, Africa, Asia and Europe.
About Embraer Defense & Security
Embraer Defense & Security products and solutions are present in more than 60 countries and include the C-390 Millennium multi-mission military transport aircraft and the A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced training aircraft.
The C-390 aircraft was first delivered to the Brazilian Air Force in 2019 and has proven its capability, reliability and excellent performance in domestic and foreign missions, as well as its ability to quickly respond to emergency or humanitarian situations. The aircraft was contracted by Brazil, Portugal and Hungary and selected by the Netherlands, Austria, the Czech Republic and, more recently, South Korea.
About Embraer Executive Aviation
Embraer is creating tomorrow's world with bespoke private air travel today, utilizing industry-leading innovation, design and technology, while incorporating sustainable and socially responsible practices. As a global company with more than 54 years in the aerospace sector, Embraer offers the best experience in executive aviation through aircraft that feature disruptive performance, technology and comfort. Its portfolio is comprised of the Phenom 100EX, which offers unmatched cabin comfort, the highest levels of operational versatility and enhanced avionics; the Phenom 300E, which has been the best-selling light jet for the past 12 consecutive years; and the Praetor 500 and Praetor 600, the most disruptive and technologically advanced midsize and super-midsize business jets.
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