KC 390 MILLENNIUM
Embraer C-390 Millennium explained: Key specifications and capabilities of the Brazilian military transport aircraft
Embraer-Mahindra C-390 Millennium: The military transport aircraft is being considered for India’s Medium Transport Aircraft programme, with Nagpur proposed as the site for a potential final assembly line. The aircraft can carry up to 26 tonnes of cargo and support troop transport, airborne operations, medical evacuation, aerial refuelling, search and rescue, firefighting and other missions.
Embraer says Mahindra will be its partner for IAF's 60 transport plane tender, to partner with Adani for commercial planes
Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer has partnered with Indian Mahindra Group for the Indian Air Force's transport aircraft programme. The partnership will involve offering Embraer's KC-390 jet as a solution to replace older aircraft. Embraer has highlighted the KC-390's superior performance compared to the C-130J offered by Tata-Lockheed Martin. The company plans to expand its supply chain and maintenance operations from India to support global requirements.
Embraer to set up India military aircraft unit if it wins order
If Embraer wins the order to produce 'KC-390 Millennium' military transport aircraft in India, it will be the only other unit outside Brazil to produce this aircraft. Similarly, Embraer will set up an entire ecosystem here to make their trademark civilian passenger jets.
Boosting BRICS, Brazil eyes role in India's defence sector
Embraer, the Brazilian aerospace powerhouse, is setting its sights on a lucrative contract with the Indian Air Force, proposing the KC-390 Millennium aircraft as part of a plan to supply up to 80 medium military transport planes.
KC-390 Millennium: Embraer positions NATO's new favourite for India's tactical airlift
Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer is pitching its KC-390 Millennium for India's military transport aircraft deal, highlighting its versatility and NATO adoption. The company plans to make India a production hub for the Asia-Pacific market and establish a regional MRO facility, aiming for a long-term defense and civilian aerospace partnership.
Lockheed Martin pitches C-130Js as 'best' choice for IAF's tactical airlift requirement, plans production hub in India
Lockheed Martin is proposing its C-130J Super Hercules for India's military transport aircraft deal. The company plans to establish a major production facility in India, the first outside the US. This move aims to strengthen India's tactical airlift capabilities and the Quad alliance. The C-130J offers proven performance and versatility for various missions.
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Eyeing IAF's transport aircraft deal, Lockheed Martin plans to set up co-production facility for C-130J planes in India
With the Indian Air Force (IAF) beginning its hunt to procure up to 80 tactical lift transport aircraft, Lockheed Martin pitched the C-130J plane as the best choice for the force as it has been a "reliable workhorse" in India and over 20 other nations.
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