The contract provides full lifecycle support for the KC-390 fleet, covering both aircraft currently in service and those yet to be delivered. It includes a comprehensive range of services such as component repair and overhaul, spare parts supply, engineering support, technical publications, and contingency assistance.
“The signing of this Logistics Support Agreement reinforces the Brazilian Air Force’s commitment to operational readiness and fleet availability. Through this contract, we will provide the maintenance and logistical sustainment required to support the KC-390 Millennium, which is a strategic asset for the country’s mobility, defense, and rapid response capabilities. In addition, the agreement contributes to enhancing operational efficiency across the Brazilian Air Force, while strengthening reliability and ensuring continuity for a program that has become a global benchmark in military aviation,” said Lieutenant-Brigadier Valter Malta, Brazilian Air Force General Support Commander.
“We are very pleased to sign this agreement with the FAB. This contract further reinforces Embraer’s decades-long commitment to supporting the Brazilian Air Force with comprehensive, world-class solutions designed to maximize operational availability and efficiency across the KC-390 Millennium fleet. Our goal is to support the FAB’s mission readiness and its ability to perform at the highest standards,” said Carlos Naufel, President and CEO of Embraer Services & Support.
The agreement is structured to improve logistics performance, increase operational predictability, and enable rapid response to operational requirements, ensuring sustained fleet availability.
The KC-390 Millennium is a next-generation military transport aircraft designed for multi-mission operations. With a payload capacity of up to 26 tonnes, higher speed, and extended range, the platform supports a wide spectrum of missions including cargo and troop transport, aerial refuelling, medical evacuation, search and rescue, firefighting, and humanitarian operations, including from unpaved runways.
In addition to Brazil, the KC-390 has been selected by multiple air forces worldwide, reinforcing its position as a versatile and high-performance platform for both tactical and strategic missions.
