Safran and Embraer have agreed to end their aircraft interior partnership in Chihuahua, Mexico, as Safran sells its stake in EZAir subject to regulatory approvals. According to AeroTime, the facility will be wholly owned by Embraer, while non-Embraer related engineering services activities will remain with Safran.
Republic Airways has successfully completed its merger with Mesa Air Group, creating the second-largest regional airline in the United States. The combined entity brings together over 8,000 aviation professionals and operates the world's largest Embraer jet fleet with 310 aircraft.
Breaking Defense reports that Embraer and Northrop Grumman have partnered on the KC-390 Millennium to pitch to the US Air Force and other foreign militaries. The partnership aims to strengthen Embraer's bid in the US market, while Northrop is studying ways to incorporate an autonomous boom refueling system into the aircraft.
Helvetic Airways has placed a new firm order for three Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with options for five more, at the Dubai Airshow 2025. The airline aims to increase its E2 fleet from 12 to up to 20 aircraft in the coming years, strengthening its position as a leading European operator of Embraer's advanced E-Jet family.
Embraer unveiled the Praetor 500E and 600E at a broadcast event on February 24, 2026. These new executive jets represent a significant evolution of the Praetor family, with features including a high-tech cabin environment, digital management system, and 'Smart Window' technology.
Embraer unveiled the first C-390 Millennium for the South Korea Air Force during the Singapore Airshow 2026, marking a significant step in assembly. The aircraft will now move to production flights before integrating specific systems to fulfill ROKAF requirements.
Embraer will showcase its new KC-390 Millennium demonstrator at the Dubai Airshow 2025, featuring a fresh paint scheme. The aircraft will be displayed alongside the E195-E2 and E190F, as well as Embraer's advanced air mobility subsidiary Eve Air Mobility.
Embraer has released a short video teasing a mysterious aircraft ahead of an 'extraordinary' announcement, which will be made during a virtual event on February 24, 2026. The Brazilian manufacturer is inviting attendees to register for the event, which promises to reveal new information about its private aviation offerings.
Embraer has signed a Component Pool Program agreement with South African carrier Airlink to support its new fleet of E195-E2 jets. This deal expands Embraer's presence in Africa and provides Airlink with component support for its growing fleet.
Embraer has revealed Uzbekistan and the Philippines as customers for its KC-390 airlifter and A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft, respectively. The company announced this at the Singapore Airshow.
Embraer has entered into a strategic partnership with Adani Defence & Aerospace to develop an integrated regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India. According to AeroTime, this project aims to establish an assembly line for Embraer regional aircraft in the country.
Embraer is expanding its supply chain operations in India as part of its Asia-Pacific strategy. The company recently concluded an executive visit to assess potential suppliers across key aerospace manufacturing capabilities.
Embraer has dropped its proposal for a final assembly line in Saudi Arabia, opting instead to pursue a similar facility in the UAE. This move comes after a Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Saudi Arabian Military Industries in 2023.
Embraer has delivered the first two A-29 Super Tucanos to the Uruguayan Air Force as part of a broader fleet renewal program. The aircraft were acquired under a contract announced in 2024, Breaking Defense reports.
Embraer and Northrop Grumman are working together to evolve the KC-390 Millennium into a tanker variant with boom refueling capability. The collaboration aims to rapidly advance a next-generation air-refueling system for the US Air Force and allied operators.
Embraer Defense & Security and the Mahindra Group plan to work toward establishing a maintenance, repair and overhaul capability in India for the C-390 Millennium. The proposed facility would be pursued if the C-390 is selected under the Medium Transport Aircraft program, according to a joint announcement on February 19, 2026.
Embraer and Adani Defence & Aerospace have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the setup of an E175 final assembly line in India. The two companies aim to produce regional jets in India, with Embraer estimating that India will need around 500 aircraft in the 80-146-seat range over the next two decades.
Embraer has introduced a new operational concept for its A-29 Super Tucano, designed to counter unmanned aerial systems (UAS). According to AeroTime, the Brazilian manufacturer states that the concept relies largely on sensors and weapons already integrated into the A-29, combined with updated tactics, techniques, and procedures.
The Dubai Airshow 2025 opened with major commercial orders and aircraft announcements from top carriers. Emirates made an early move by committing to 65 Boeing 777-9 aircraft, while Helvetic Airways and Air Côte d'Ivoire signed deals for Embraer E195-E2 jets.
At the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines' 69th Assembly of Presidents, leading manufacturers presented ambitious forecasts for the region's aviation boom. Boeing, Airbus, and Embraer each outlined plans to capitalize on Southeast Asia's massive potential, but face significant production challenges.