U.S. airline SkyWest has ordered 60 Embraer E175s to top up its fleet and secured purchase rights for 50 more, the companies said at the Paris Air Show.
Portugal is accepting its sixth KC-390, with an option for 10 additional aircraft. According to Embraer, the some of the new options may be used in future acquisitions by other NATO members.
The aerospace industry needs to collectively push for a return to a zero tariff situation, Safran and Embraer executives told the Paris Air Forum June 13.
Embraer president and CEO Francisco Gomes Neto said a plan to spread production more evenly across the year is beginning to deliver “material results.”
Embraer hopes bilateral partnerships with European and Asian companies can bring new opportunities as it aims to solidify aircraft capabilities globally.
Embraer is soliciting requirements from the Brazilian Air Force and Portuguese Air Force on a potential maritime patrol version of the C-390 airlifter.
Lessor Dubai Aerospace Enterprise has signed two agreements to sell approximately 75 aircraft from its portfolio, with 49 Embraer E-Jets going to lessor Azorra.