- The Czech Republic becomes
the fourth NATO member to acquire the C-390 Millennium.
- This acquisition will benefit both the Czech Air Force and
the local aerospace industry.
PRAGUE, Oct. 25,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Czech Ministry
of Defense (MoD) signed a contract for the acquisition of two
Embraer (NYSE: ERJ, B3: EMBR3) C-390
Millennium multi-mission transport aircraft.
These two NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) standard
aircraft will modernize and enhance the operational capabilities of
the Czech Air Force. They will be able to perform a wide range of
missions, such as tactical transport of troops, vehicles, and
equipment, medical evacuation, firefighting, disaster management,
humanitarian support, and air-to-air refueling.
This contract not only strengthens the Czech Air Force but also
positively impacts the local aerospace industry, which will see a
significant increase in its share of production for the
program.
"Past and present history clearly shows us that the military
needs to be able to transport people and heavier cargo over longer
distances. Evacuations from Afghanistan and Sudan are clear evidence of this. I am
therefore very pleased that we have managed to acquire aircraft for
our Air Force that are capable of performing these tasks," said
Defence Minister Jana Černochová.
"This order from the Czech
Republic, a NATO member, is an invaluable mark of confidence
for Embraer. It encourages us to implement the best technology to
provide our customers with the operational capabilities needed to
accomplish the most demanding missions. With this order,
Embraer will reinforce its ties with the local Czech aerospace
industry, recognized for its expertise and product quality for
decades," said Bosco Da Costa
Junior, President & CEO of Embraer Defense &
Security.
In addition to the aircraft, Embraer will provide a
comprehensive training and support package for the Czech Air Force
to ensure the smooth integration of the aircraft into their
fleet.
With a maximum payload of 26 tons, a top speed of 470 knots, and
state-of-the-art technology, the C-390 is the leading aircraft in
its class. Its powerful engines, large cargo hold with a rear ramp,
and robust landing gear allow it to handle the most demanding
missions, including operations from unpaved runways.
The current fleet of C-390 aircraft in service around the world
has accumulated more than 15,000 flight hours, with a mission
capability rate of 93% and mission completion rates exceeding 99%,
demonstrating exceptional reliability in its category. Along with
Czech Republic, the C-390 has been
selected by the Netherlands,
Hungary and Portugal, three NATO members, as well as
Austria, Brazil, and South Korea.
Images: Embraer DAM (bynder.com)
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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