Hungary signed a contract for two Embraer KC-390s

In 2019 and 2020 there were several meetings between the Chairman and ministers from Hungary and Brazil about future cooperations in economical and polotical areas. One of the items during these meetings was the possible purchase of the multi-mission Embraer KC-390 Millenium for the Magyar Légierö (ML, Hungarian Air Force).

On 17 november 2020, the Hungarian government signed a contract for the purchase of two KC-390s with air-to-air refuelling (AAR) capability. The contract includes training of pilots and technicians, other services and support to strengthen the Hungarian Defence Forces. Both aircraft are scheduled to be delivered in 2023.

In a statement, Embraer mentioned that possibilities of opening a production line or assembly line for the KC-390 in Hungary will be investigated.

Artist impression: Embraer