KC-390 Millennium: Embraer pitches Nato favorite for IAF’s 80-aircraft deal, eyes India production hub

 Brazilian firm Embraer is vying for a major Indian Air Force contract, proposing its KC-390 Millennium as the superior choice for around 80 medium transport aircraft. The company plans to establish India as its Asia-Pacific production hub if selected, highlighting the jet-powered aircraft’s speed, payload, and operational cost advantages over competitors like the C-130J. Brazilian firm Embraer is vying for a major Indian Air Force contract, proposing its KC-390 Millennium as the superior choice for around 80 medium transport aircraft. The company plans to establish India as its Asia-Pacific production hub if selected, highlighting the jet-powered aircraft’s speed, payload, and operational cost advantages over competitors like the C-130J.