CPI Aerostructures Receives $4.2M Order from Embraer for Engine Inlet Assemblies

Rhea-AI Summary

CPI Aerostructures (NYSE American: CVU) received additional orders totaling $4.2 million from Embraer to manufacture engine inlet assemblies for Phenom 300 business jets. Deliveries will continue through mid-2026, with anticipated continued funding under a Life of Program Agreement.

As of December 2025, CPI Aero has delivered over 940 shipsets for the Phenom 300; Embraer delivered 72 units in 2025, supporting production upside into 2026.

Positive

• $4.2M in firm orders to manufacture Phenom 300 engine inlet assemblies
• Deliveries scheduled through mid-2026, providing near-term revenue visibility
• Over 940 shipsets delivered as of December 2025, demonstrating production experience

Negative

• None.

News Market Reaction – CVU

+3.11%

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+3.11% News Effect

On the day this news was published, CVU gained 3.11%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Embraer order value: $4.2 million Phenom 300 deliveries: 72 units Shipsets delivered: over 940 shipsets +4 more

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Embraer order value $4.2 million Additional engine inlet assembly orders under Life of Program Agreement

Phenom 300 deliveries 72 units Embraer Executive Aviation deliveries in 2025

Shipsets delivered over 940 shipsets Engine inlet shipsets for Phenom 300 as of December 2025

Supplier since 2012 CPI Aero supplying engine inlets to Embraer

Delivery timeline through mid-2026 Deliveries under new Embraer engine inlet orders

Price change -6.31% Move on the day of the news relative to prior close

52-week range $2.02 – $4.65 Pre-news 52-week low and high for CVU

Market Reality Check

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$3.98 Last Close

Volume Volume 56,317 is close to the 20-day average of 59,750 (relative volume 0.94x). normal

Technical Shares at $3.89 are trading above the 200-day MA at $3.11, indicating a pre-news uptrend.

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Peers in Aerospace & Defense showed mixed moves, with names like XTIA up 6.12% and SIF down 3.08%, suggesting CVU’s -6.31% move was more stock-specific than sector-driven.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 24 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 24	Defense order win	Positive	+4.0%	Additional <b>$9M</b> F‑16 structural assembly orders extending deliveries through 2028.
Dec 09	CFO appointment	Positive	+0.3%	Appointment of experienced CFO with over <b>30 years</b> finance background.
Dec 05	Industry leadership role	Positive	+1.1%	CEO joins Aerospace Industry Association Executive Committee, reinforcing industry profile.
Nov 20	Major program award	Positive	+0.8%	NGJ‑MB Lot 5 order with initial <b>$21.1M</b> funding and up to <b>$42.3M</b> value.
Nov 14	Quarterly results	Neutral	+16.6%	Q3 <b>2025</b> results with flat revenue, improved margin, and <b>$509M</b> backlog.

Pattern Detected

Recent contract and results announcements have generally seen positive price reactions.

Recent Company History

Over the past six months, CPI Aerostructures has reported multiple contract wins and stable financial results. A $9M Lockheed Martin order on Feb 24, 2026 and a Next Generation Jammer Mid‑Band award with up to $42.3M value in Nov 2025 both saw positive reactions. Q3 2025 results on Nov 14 also triggered a 16.59% gain despite lower year‑to‑date revenue, indicating the market’s sensitivity to backlog, margins, and new awards—context for today’s $4.2M Embraer order.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement adds a $4.2M order from Embraer under a Life of Program Agreement, extending engin...

Analysis

This announcement adds a $4.2M order from Embraer under a Life of Program Agreement, extending engine inlet deliveries through mid‑2026 and building on over 940 shipsets delivered since 2012. Combined with recent multi‑year defense awards and a sizable reported backlog, it underscores CPI Aerostructures’ embedded customer relationships. Investors may watch future orders, margin trends, and backlog execution to gauge longer-term impact.

Key Terms

tier 1 subcontractor, mro services

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tier 1 subcontractor technical

"as well as a Tier 1 subcontractor to some of the largest aerospace and defense contractors"

A tier 1 subcontractor is a company hired directly by the main contractor to perform major work or provide key components for a project, placing it one step below the prime contractor in the supply chain. Investors watch tier 1 subcontractors because their financial health, quality and timeliness directly affect project completion, costs and revenue—like a key gear in a machine whose failure can stall the entire operation.

mro services technical

"CPI Aero provides engineering, program management, supply chain management, assembly operations and MRO services"

MRO services are the routine maintenance, repairs and supplies that keep machinery, buildings and operations running smoothly — similar to regular servicing, spare parts and cleaning for a car fleet. For investors, MRO affects a company’s reliability, operating costs and downtime risk: predictable MRO spending supports steady production and cash flow, while failures or rising MRO costs can reduce profits and disrupt revenue.

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EDGEWOOD, N.Y., Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (“CPI Aero” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: CVU) announced that Embraer S.A. of Brazil (NYSE: EMBJ) has placed several additional orders totaling $4.2 million against a previously announced Life of Program Agreement to manufacture engine inlet assemblies for the Embraer Phenom 300 business jets. These new orders will see deliveries continue through mid-2026 with continued funding anticipated in support of this life-of-program contract.

Embraer Executive Aviation’s Phenom 300 continues to lead its class, with 72 units delivered in 2025, the highest in 15 years, reinforcing production upside into 2026.

“CPI Aero has been a supplier of Engine Inlets to Embraer since 2012. As of December 2025, we have delivered over 940 shipsets for the Phenom 300 business jet, demonstrating our strength in structural assembly and integration; supply chain and program management; manufacturing engineering, and quality assurance. CPI is proud of Embraer’s continued trust to deliver high quality subassemblies in support of this industry leading aircraft and ready to increase capacity to support this strategic customer,” stated Dorith Hakim, CPI Aero’s CEO & President.

About CPI Aero

CPI Aero is a prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense as well as a Tier 1 subcontractor to some of the largest aerospace and defense contractors in the world. CPI Aero provides engineering, program management, supply chain management, assembly operations and MRO services to this global network of customers. CPI Aero is recognized as a leader within the international aerospace market in such areas as aircraft structural assemblies, military advanced tactical pod structures, engine air inlets, and complex welded products. CPI Aero’s international customer base enjoys a unique combination of large-company capabilities, matched with small-company value, responsiveness, and personal customer service.

Forward-looking Statements 

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included or incorporated in this press release are forward-looking statements. The Company does not guarantee that it will actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on the Company’s forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results could vary materially from these forward-looking statements. There are a number of important factors that could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those indicated or implied by its forward-looking statements, including those important factors set forth under the caption “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2024 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Although the Company may elect to do so at some point in the future, the Company does not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements and it disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

CPI Aero® is a registered trademark of CPI Aerostructures, Inc. For more information, visit www.cpiaero.com, and follow us on Twitter @CPIAERO.

Contacts:
Investor Relations Counsel	CPI Aerostructures, Inc.
Alliance Advisors IR	Robert Mannix
Jody Burfening	Chief Financial Officer
(212) 838-3777	(631) 586-5200
cpiaero@allianceadvisors.com	rmannix@cpiaero.com
	www.cpiaero.com

FAQ

What did CPI Aerostructures (CVU) announce on February 26, 2026 about Embraer orders?

CPI Aerostructures announced $4.2 million of additional orders from Embraer for engine inlet assemblies. According to the company, these orders are against a Life of Program Agreement with deliveries continuing through mid-2026.

How long will the Embraer (EMBJ) engine inlet deliveries to CVU continue in 2026?

Deliveries to CPI Aerostructures will continue through mid-2026, per the announcement. According to the company, continued funding is anticipated to support the life-of-program contract beyond current shipments.

How significant are CPI Aero's (CVU) historical Phenom 300 deliveries to Embraer?

CPI Aero has delivered over 940 shipsets for the Phenom 300 as of December 2025. According to the company, this track record reflects long-term supply relationship and manufacturing capability since 2012.

Does the Embraer Phenom 300 production trend affect CPI Aerostructures (CVU)?

Yes. Embraer delivered 72 Phenom 300 units in 2025, the highest in 15 years, which supports production upside into 2026. According to the company, stronger output underpins continued demand for inlet assemblies.

What type of contract covers the $4.2M orders to CPI Aerostructures (CVU)?

The orders are placed against a Life of Program Agreement to manufacture engine inlet assemblies for the Phenom 300. According to the company, the agreement enables repeat orders and ongoing deliveries through mid-2026.