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military tactical transport currently in oper-
ation”, said Bosco da Costa Jr, President
and CEO, Embraer Defence & Security. “This
aircraft is the best choice in the market,
offering an unbeatable combination of high
performance, advanced technology and low
life cycle costs.”

Both countries will increase their ability to
rapidly deploy or evacuate equipment and
personnel worldwide, even under difficult
operational conditions, with the joint order
for nine aircraft. The joint purchase will
also allow both nations – as well as current
Embraer Marks Big C-390 Win with and future operators – to cooperate and
benefit from synergies in areas like training,
Joint Netherlands, Austrian Order logistics and future growth of the platform,
together with the other C-390 operators in
Embraer has bagged a contract from the a good example of collaboration in Europe NATO nations.
Dutch Ministry of Defence for the acqui- between countries. The constructive sup-
sition of nine Embraer C-390 Millennium port of Embraer has played a crucial role The C-390 Millennium provides maximum
aircraft. The contract is part of the project in the successful realization of this agree- operational readiness enabling interoper-
‘Replacement of Tactical Airlift Capacity’, a ment. We appreciate the contribution of ability and connectivity in networked en-
joint purchase, in cooperation with Austria Embraer and look forward to a successful vironments and multiple domains. Since
– five aircraft for the Royal Netherlands cooperation”, said Vice-Admiral Jan Willem entering operation with the Brazilian Air
Air Force and four aircraft for the Austrian Hartman, National Armaments Director of Force in 2019 and the Portuguese Air Force
Air Force. the Netherlands. in 2023, the current fleet of aircraft in oper-
ation has accumulated more than 13,000
“It is great that we can sign this agree- “We welcome the Netherlands and Austria flight hours, with mission capable rate of
ment for both Austria as the Netherlands. as the newest members of the growing 93% and mission completion rates above
I’m happy to see that we can buy these group of nations that have ordered the C-390 99%, demonstrating exceptional productivity
planes with the same specifications. This is Millennium, the most efficient and modern in the category.

Korean Air Signs “The addition of the Boeing 777-9 and 787-
10 aircraft marks a significant milestone in
our strategic objective to expand and up-
MOU For 50 Boeing grade our fleet,” said Walter Cho, Chairman
and CEO of Korean Air. “This investment
underscores our commitment to providing a
777-9s and 787-10s best-in-class flying experience. These new
airplanes will elevate passenger comfort
and enhance operational efficiency, while
significantly reducing carbon emissions,
supporting our long-term commitment to
sustainable aviation.”

“We are honored Korean Air has selected
two of our largest, most efficient widebody
airplanes to add capacity to their global
network,” said Stephanie Pope, president
and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
“Boeing airplanes have played an integral
role in the growth of Korean Air over the
past 50 years, and we are confident the
777X and 787 Dreamliner will support the
airline’s long-term sustainability goals and
continued growth.”
Korean Air has signed a Memorandum of 787-10s with options for 10 more of the
Understanding with Boeing on July 22 at largest 787 Dreamliner variant.
the Farnborough International Airshow to With the addition of the Boeing 777-9s and
upgrade and expand its widebody fleet. The signing ceremony was attended by 787-10s, Korean Air plans to have a total of
Walter Cho, Chairman and CEO of Korean 203 next-generation, eco-friendly aircraft
The airline has announced its intent to Air, and Stephanie Pope, President and CEO in its fleet by 2034, including 33 A350s, 50
A321neos and 20 Boeing 787-9s.
procure 20 Boeing 777-9s and 20 Boeing of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.

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