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Embraer KC-390 Millennium Multi-Mission Transport Aircraft Family

The Embraer KC-390 Millennium is a twin-engine fly-by-wire military transport and tanker family developed by Embraer. The platform combines tactical airlift, troop and cargo transport, airdrop, medical evacuation, firefighting, search-and-rescue, and air-to-air refueling capabilities, with a 2015 prototype first flight and later civil and military certification milestones.

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Aliases
KC-390 MillenniumC-390 MillenniumEmbraer C-390KC390
Family Name
Embraer KC-390 Millennium
Full Name
Embraer KC-390 Millennium Multi-Mission Transport Aircraft Family
Roles
militarycargoutility
Status
active
Type
aircraft

Details

Aircraft Specs
Configuration
fixed_wing
Cruise Speed
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Max Payload Mass
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Operating Modes
land
Takeoff Landing Capabilities
conventional
Description
The Embraer KC-390 Millennium is a twin-engine fly-by-wire military transport and tanker family developed by Embraer. The platform combines tactical airlift, troop and cargo transport, airdrop, medical evacuation, firefighting, search-and-rescue, and air-to-air refueling capabilities, with a 2015 prototype first flight and later civil and military certification milestones.
Dimensions
Height
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Length
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Wingspan
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First Flight Year
2,015
Manufacturer
Propulsion Configurations
  • Entries
    • Count
      2
      Placement
      wing
      Propulsion System
      Role
      main
      Stage
      airframe
      Variant Notes
      Embraer identifies twin IAE V2500-E5 engines with 31,330 lb takeoff thrust for the KC-390 Millennium.
    Name
    KC-390 IAE V2500-E5 installation
    Notes
    The KC-390 family uses two IAE V2500-E5 high-bypass turbofans.

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Creation Time
August 15, 2026 at 05:21:25 UTC
Updated Time
August 15, 2026 at 05:21:25 UTC