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Embraer C-390 Completes Maiden Flight for South Korea

Brazilian Airframer Advances Delivery Plans for Asian Customer

The first Embraer C-390 Millennium built for the Republic of Korea Air Force has completed its maiden flight in Gavi茫o Peixoto, S茫o Paulo, marking a significant step toward delivery in 2026. The aircraft will now undergo additional testing and integration of systems tailored to ROKAF requirements. Embraer unveiled the aircraft during the Singapore Airshow in February 2026, highlighting its capabilities as a faster and higher-capacity alternative in the medium airlift segment. The deal, valued at $473 million, covers three aircraft and is part of Embraer’s broader international expansion for the C-390, as reported by AeroTime.

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    Source: AeroTime (RSS) JAN Tracker: SRCE-2026-1773914490266-3339
    URL: https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/south-korea-first-embraer-c390-maiden-flight
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    Embraer C-390 Completes Maiden Flight for South Korea

    Brazilian Airframer Advances Delivery Plans for Asian Customer

    The first Embraer C-390 Millennium built for the Republic of Korea Air Force has completed its maiden flight in Gavi茫o Peixoto, S茫o Paulo, marking a significant step toward delivery in 2026. The aircraft will now undergo additional testing and integration of systems tailored to ROKAF requirements. Embraer unveiled the aircraft during the Singapore Airshow in February 2026, highlighting its capabilities as a faster and higher-capacity alternative in the medium airlift segment. The deal, valued at $473 million, covers three aircraft and is part of Embraer’s broader international expansion for the C-390, as reported by AeroTime.

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      Source: AeroTime (RSS) JAN Tracker: SRCE-2026-1773914490266-3339
      URL: https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/south-korea-first-embraer-c390-maiden-flight
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