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Embraer Eyes Indian Aerospace Hub for C-390 Assembly Line

October 1, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Embraer and Mahindra Group select Nagpur for potential C-390 assembly line.
The facility will be built if India selects the C-390 under the MTA program.
Nagpur has developed a significant aerospace cluster around its airport.
The C-390 can carry up to 26 tonnes and perform various missions.

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Strategic Implications

This development may signal Embraer's growing interest in the Indian market and could indicate a shift in the country's defense procurement strategy. The selection of Nagpur as the potential site for the assembly line suggests that the city may become a key player in India's aerospace industry, which could have implications for the global supply chain.

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What Happened

Nagpur Selected As Potential Site For Final Assembly Line

Embraer and Mahindra Group have selected Nagpur, an emerging aerospace and defense hub in central India, as the location for a potential C-390 Millennium final assembly line. The companies are working with the government of Maharashtra, which has already allocated land for the proposed facility. The C-390 is a twin-engine jet that can perform cargo and troop transport, airdrop, medical evacuation, search and rescue, and other missions. This development was first reported by Air Data News.

Source | Originally Published: October 1, 2026

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