Embraer presents the KC-390 Millennium at ARSAG 2025

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Embraer Defense & Security participates in the 47th ARSAG Conference in Las Vegas to strengthen cooperation with the U.S. and NATO armed forces. Bosco da Costa Junior leads discussions on supporting the U.S. Defense Department in air refueling challenges with the KC-390 Millennium.

Participation in the ARSAG conference

Embraer Defense & Security will be present at the 47th edition of the ARSAG Conference in Las Vegas, which promotes best practices and security measures in military operations and air refueling systems. This event attracts participants from the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, as well as NATO and allied forces from 20 nations. Bosco da Costa Junior, President & CEO of Embraer Defense & Security, will participate as a speaker in the Senior Industry Panel Discussion to discuss the integration of Embraer and the KC-390 Millennium into U.S. defense strategy.

Presentation of the KC-390 Millennium

At the conference, a KC-390 Millennium, operated by the Brazilian Air Force, will be on display at the Atlantic Aviation FBO at Harry Reid International Airport. The KC-390 is presented as the most capable aircraft in its category, capable of handling the most demanding missions, including aerial refueling and agile combat operations. Bosco da Costa Jr. expressed his confidence that the KC-390 meets the needs of the U.S. Armed Forces.

International cooperation and deployment

The KC-390 Millennium has quickly become the preferred choice among NATO members and allies in Europe, where it contributes to force modernization and strengthens interoperability with allied forces. The KC-390 is already operating in Brazil, Portugal, and Hungary, and orders have been received from the Netherlands, Austria, and the Czech Republic; Sweden and Slovakia have also recently selected the aircraft. These decisions underscore the KC-390‘s international appeal.

Future prospects and market adaptation

Embraer’s KC-390 Millennium was designed as a medium airlifter and tanker in the 21st century and is known for its multi-role capabilities combined with high performance and low operating costs. The aircraft is a readily available platform ready to provide cost-effective mass to the U.S. and global markets to address emerging threats. This quality underscores the KC-390’s suitability for diverse missions and profiles, further promoting its widespread adoption.

Embraer is a global aerospace leader specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative aircraft solutions. With a broad product portfolio ranging from commercial aircraft to defense and security solutions, Embraer aims to maximize the efficiency and performance of its customers worldwide.