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Embraer participates in Vietnam International Defense Expo 2024
December 15, 2024
- The modern C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft features unique multi-mission capabilities
- Brazil-Vietnam strong bilateral relations emphasized by recent high-level meeting in Brazil
Hanoi, Vietnam, 16 December, 2024 – Embraer, a global aerospace leader headquartered in Brazil, will showcase its portfolio of defense aircraft and solutions, including the C-390 Millennium multi-mission military transport aircraft and the A-29 Super Tucano light attack, reconnaissance and advanced training aircraft, at the Vietnam Defense Expo 2024 from December 19 to 22 2024. This participation reflects the strengthening bilateral relations between Brazil and Vietnam.
On the sidelines of the recent G20 Summit in Brazil, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, Phạm Minh Chính met with Embraer representatives and the engagement highlighted the opportunity for Embraer to further contribute towards Vietnam’s aerospace ambitions.
“Embraer is honored to participate in Vietnam Defense Expo 2024 and warmly congratulates the Vietnam People’s Army on its 80th anniversary,” said Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security. “Vietnam is a key market for Embraer, and we are committed to contributing to the development of the country's aerospace and defense industry. We look forward to exploring ways to further collaborate and promote technological advancement.”
The C-390 Millennium 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 wide range of missions such as air logistic support to Government agencies, aerial surveillance, transporting and dropping cargo and troops, medical evacuation, search and rescue, firefighting, and humanitarian missions, operating on temporary or unpaved runways such as packed earth, soil, coral and gravel. The aircraft configured with air-to-air refueling equipment, with the designation KC-390, has the aerial refueling capacity both as a tanker and as a receiver.
The current fleet of C-390 Millennium aircraft globally has accumulated more than 15,000 flight hours, a 93% mission capability rate, and mission completion rates above 99%, demonstrating exceptional productivity in the category.
Last month, Sweden selected the Embraer C-390 Millennium as its new tactical transport aircraft. Most recently, Slovakia indicated the C-390 as the best option to modernize its military transport fleet. These strategic decisions from further NATO country adds to the growing number of C-390 Millennium operators worldwide. To date, the C-390 has been contracted by South Korea, the Netherlands, Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Portugal and Brazil.
Embraer’s presence at Vietnam Defense Expo 2024 reaffirms the company’s commitment to fostering strong partnerships and providing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers worldwide.
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About Embraer
Embraer is a global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, with businesses in Commercial and Executive Aviation, Defense and Security, and Agricultural Aviation. The company designs, develops, manufactures, and markets aircraft and systems, providing comprehensive after-sales services and support. Since its founding in 1969, Embraer has delivered over 9,000 aircraft. On average, one Embraer-manufactured aircraft takes off every 10 seconds somewhere in the world, transporting over 150 million passengers annually. Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets with up to 150 seats and the top exporter of high-value-added goods in Brazil. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service, and parts distribution centers across the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Europe.
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