The C-390 is in service in Portugal and Hungary, and has already been purchased by Brazil, the Netherlands, Austria, the Czech Republic, Sweden, and South Korea
Slovakia indicates the Embraer C 390 Millennium as the best option for its future military transport
The Slovak Ministry of Defence has signed a Memorandumof Understanding with the Brazilian Ministry of Defence in order to foster closer industrial cooperation between the two countries.
During a visit to Brazil, the Slovak Minister of Defence acknowledged that the Embraer C-390 Millennium is the option that best meets the requirements of Slovakia’s future military transport aircraft.
On the occasion, the importance of neighboring countries having acquired the C-390 was also mentioned. This will allow synergies in terms of training, logistics and cooperation in the development of the future capabilities of their fleets.
Embraer Defence & Security President and CEO Bosco da Costa Junior said: “The C-390 is currently the best aircraft in its category due to its low operating cost, versatility and reliability. You can perform a wide variety of missions anytime, anywhere. We are confident that the C-390 is the most suitable aircraft to meet the needs of the Slovak Air Force.”