The Netherlands to acquire nine Multi-Mission Airlift Embraer C-390 Millennium in joint order with Austria

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The Dutch Ministry of Defense has signed a contract to acquire nine Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft in a joint purchase with Austria. The Netherlands will receive five aircraft, while Austria will get four. This acquisition is part of the 'Replacement of Tactical Airlift Capacity' project, aimed at enhancing both countries' ability to rapidly deploy or evacuate equipment and personnel worldwide. The C-390 Millennium offers improved operational capacity with better performance, greater reliability, and higher transport capacity.

The joint purchase will allow both nations to benefit from synergies in training, logistics, and future platform growth. The aircraft has proven its capabilities with the Brazilian and Portuguese Air Forces, accumulating over 13,000 flight hours with a 93% mission capable rate and over 99% mission completion rate. The C-390 can carry 26 tons of payload, fly at 470 knots, and perform various missions including cargo and troop transport, medical evacuation, and humanitarian missions.

Positive

• Joint purchase of 9 C-390 Millennium aircraft by the Netherlands (5) and Austria (4), potentially increasing order volume and revenue for Embraer
• C-390 offers improved operational capacity, performance, and reliability compared to other medium-sized military transport aircraft
• Aircraft has proven track record with 13,000+ flight hours, 93% mission capable rate, and 99%+ mission completion rate
• Potential for future synergies and collaborations among NATO nations using the C-390 platform

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• None.

• Common fleet will allow both nations to cooperate and benefit from synergies in areas like training, logistics and future growth of the platform
• The Netherlands will receive five aircraft and Austria, four

FARNBOROUGH, England, July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dutch Ministry of Defense signed the contract today for the acquisition of nine Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft during a ceremony at the Farnborough Airshow. As part of the project 'Replacement of Tactical Airlift Capacity', the contract is a joint purchase, in cooperation with Austria – five aircraft for the Royal Netherlands Air Force and four aircraft for the Austrian Air Force.

With this joint order, both countries aim at increasing their ability to rapidly deploy or evacuate equipment and personnel worldwide, even under difficult operational conditions. The enhanced tactical airlift capacity provided by the C-390 increases operational flexibility and responsiveness, provides logistical support in various missions and operations, and enables a wide range of humanitarian and medical tasks.

The joint purchase will also allow both nations – as well as current and future operators – to cooperate and benefit from synergies in areas like training, logistics and future growth of the platform, together with the other C-390 operators in NATO nations. The C-390 Millennium provides maximum operational readiness enabling interoperability and connectivity in networked environments and multiple domains.

The C-390 will improve operational capacity by offering better performance, greater reliability, and higher transport capacity. Additionally, the choice for the C-390 ensures that the Royal Dutch and Austrian Air Forces are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to meet the mission demands of the future.

"It is great that we can sign this agreement for both Austria as the Netherlands. I'm happy to see that we can buy these planes with the same specifications. This is a good example of collaboration in Europe between countries.  The constructive support of Embraer has played a crucial role in the successful realization of this agreement. We appreciate the contribution of Embraer and look forward to a successful cooperation", said Vice-Admiral Jan Willem Hartman, National Armaments Director of the Netherlands.

"We welcome the Netherlands and Austria as the newest members of the growing group of nations that have ordered the C-390 Millennium, the most efficient and modern military tactical transport currently in operation", said Bosco da Costa Jr, President and CEO, Embraer Defense & Security. "This aircraft is the best choice in the market, offering an unbeatable combination of high performance, advanced technology and low life cycle costs."

Since entering operation with the Brazilian Air Force in 2019 and the Portuguese Air Force in 2023, the C-390 has proven its capacity, reliability, and performance. The current fleet of aircraft in operation has accumulated more than 13,000 flight hours, with mission capable rate of 93% and mission completion rates above 99%, demonstrating exceptional productivity in the category.

The C-390 can carry more payload (26 tons) compared to other medium-sized military transport aircraft and flies faster (470 knots) and farther, being capable of performing a wide range of missions such as transporting and dropping cargo and troops, medical evacuation, search and rescue, firefighting, and humanitarian missions, operating on temporary or unpaved runways. The aircraft configured with air-to-air refueling equipment, with the designation KC-390, can operate both as a tanker and as a receiver, in this case also by receiving fuel from another KC-390 using pods installed under the wings.

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FAQ

How many C-390 Millennium aircraft did the Netherlands and Austria order from Embraer (ERJ)?

The Netherlands and Austria jointly ordered 9 Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft. The Netherlands will receive 5 aircraft, while Austria will get 4.

What is the payload capacity and speed of the Embraer C-390 Millennium?

The Embraer C-390 Millennium can carry a payload of 26 tons and fly at a speed of 470 knots, offering higher capacity and faster travel compared to other medium-sized military transport aircraft.

What is the operational performance of the C-390 Millennium based on current usage?

The C-390 Millennium has accumulated over 13,000 flight hours with a 93% mission capable rate and over 99% mission completion rate, demonstrating exceptional productivity in its category.

What types of missions can the Embraer C-390 Millennium perform?

The C-390 Millennium can perform a wide range of missions including transporting and dropping cargo and troops, medical evacuation, search and rescue, firefighting, and humanitarian missions. It can also operate on temporary or unpaved runways.