Northrop Grumman and Embraer Jointly Developing Advanced Air Mobility Capabilities for US and Allied Nations

Northrop Grumman Corporation and Embraer are working together to evolve the multi-mission KC-390 Millennium aircraft, to provide advanced tanking capabilities for the United States Air Force and allied nations. Together, the two companies are addressing the need for agile combat employment through joint investment and a focus on quickly delivering capabilities to the warfighter.

The companies are joining forces to combine their insights and experiences to rapidly advance the initiatives required to deliver a next generation air-refueling system.

Drawing on the companies’ extensive expertise in aircraft design, development and production with systems integration and industry-leading manufacturing capabilities, this collaboration sets the stage for the development of the KC-390 Multi-Mission Tanker for the U.S. and allied air forces and shapes the requirements for future aerial logistics architectures.

Key features will include an advanced autonomous aerial refueling boom, enhanced communications, situational awareness and survivability options, as well as adaptable mission systems. These improvements will expand the range of aircraft supported by KC-390 refueling operations and broaden its mission scope in operational environments.

The KC-390 Millennium stands out as the most capable aircraft in its class, engineered to perform complex missions in the most demanding environments. Designed and built in the 21st century to withstand current and future threats, this multi-mission medium airlift and tanker jet delivers superior performance, operational flexibility, and cost efficiency. Its capabilities include aerial refueling, agile combat employment and rapid response across a wide range of mission profiles.