Where is the KC-390 made?
The KC-390 is the largest and most complicated aircraft ever undertaken by Embraer. It is also the Brazilian manufacturer’s first new military product in more than a decade. It was assembled at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto plant in Brazil.
Who is responsible for training devices for the KC-390 aircraft?
Rheinmetall is responsible for providing training devices for KC-390 aircraft, including cargo handling, procedure and maintenance trainers as well as flight and mission training systems. Embraer and the FAB concluded the critical design review (CDR) of the KC-390 aircraft in March 2013.
What is the Embraer KC-390?
The twin-engine jet-powered Embraer KC-390 also integrates the technological solutions developed for Embraer 190 commercial aircraft. It is expected to carry 84 military personnel and the cargo cabin will be configured for transporting the wounded or sick, on medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) missions.
Can the KC-390 be refuelled in flight?
The twin-turbofan-powered KC-390 can be refuelled in flight and can be used for in-flight or on-ground refuelling of other aircraft. The new 20t jet is technically advanced and has fly-by-wire technology, which optimises mission results to reduce pilot workload.
Who is involved in the KC-390 programme?
Boeing and Embraer signed an agreement to co-operate on the KC-390 aircraft programme in 2012. Rheinmetall is responsible for providing training devices for KC-390 aircraft, including cargo handling, procedure and maintenance trainers as well as flight and mission training systems.
Can the KC-390 be refuelled?
The twin-turbofan-powered KC-390 can be refuelled in flight and can be used for in-flight or on-ground refuelling of other aircraft. The KC-390 was assembled at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto plant in Brazil.
