December 4, 2024
Embraer C-390
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Will Embraer C-390 success lead to larger jets?  The company just signed a deal with Sweden for the C390 Millennium military transport, making it the sixth European customer for the aircraft, four of whom are NATO members.  The initial success of the aircraft bodes well for its future, as it appears to be the modern replacement for the venerable but aging C-130 platform.

Several key procurements are coming up that are looking positive for Embraer, including a potential order from India for 80 and Saudi Arabia for 50 aircraft.  Landing those would solidify Embraer as a key player in this sector, and provide the company both manufacturing and support experience in mainline-sized aircraft rather than simply regional jets, cross-over jets, and business aircraft.

Will the C-390 lead to larger jets at Embraer?  The company just signed a deal with Sweden for the C390 Millennium military transport, making it the sixth European customer for the aircraft, four of whom are NATO members.  The initial success of the aircraft bodes well for its future, as it appears to be the modern replacement for the venerable but aging C-130 platform.

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Ernest Arvai
President AirInsight Group LLC