The Swedish Air Force has selected Embraer's C-390 to replace its fleet of C-130H and KC-130H aircraft.
During a November visit to Brazil, Sweden's Minister of Defence, Pål Jonson signed a letter of intent to proceed with the procurement. The number of aircraft being acquired, the timeline for delivery, and the exact specifications of the fleet have not been disclosed by Embraer or Sweden.
"Embraer is honored with this selection by Sweden. After several European NATO countries selected the C-390, this decision is a testimony that this multi-mission aircraft represents a tremendous operational capability upgrade compared to previous generation tactical transport aircraft,” said the President and CEO of Embraer Defense and Security, Bosco Da Costa Junior.
“The aircraft is being recognized, gradually, by the most advanced Air Forces in the world such as the Swedish Air Force. This selection encourages us to offer our customers the aircraft they need to perform their most demanding missions with unparalleled versatility, reliability, and performance.”