Embraer showcases the KC-390 Millennium tanker at ARSAG
April 29, 2025
One Brazilian Air Force KC-390 Millennium was displayed at the Atlantic Aviation FBO, located at the Harry Reid International Airport for the duration of the event. Embraer’s KC-390 Millennium is quickly becoming the aircraft of choice among NATO members and allies in Europe, contributing to the modernization of their armed forces while adding new capabilities and enhancing interoperability with allied forces. The KC-390 is already in service in Brazil, Portugal, and Hungary, and has been ordered by the Netherlands, Austria, the Czech Republic, Sweden Slovakia and South Korea. Embraer hopes that the US Air Force will join the growing list of customers for the KC-390.
ARSAG brings together the US Air Force, US Navy, US Marine Corps and US Army with 20 allied nations aiming to promote best practices and safety during aerial refuelling operations.
Opening this year’s event, Bosco da Costa Junior, President & CEO of Embraer Defense & Security, joined the Senior Industry Panel Discussion, which was moderated by USAF Retired Lieutenant General John B. Sams, Jr., ARSAG Board Chairman, Chief Operating Officer, along with Richard J. Sullivan, Vice-President of Growth, Growth & Strategy, Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems.
“We’re very happy to participate at ARSAG this year and for the opportunity to address how Embraer and the KC-390 Millennium are ready to support the U.S. Department of Defense to overcome some of the critical air refuelling challenges facing the U.S. and allied partner nations worldwide. The KC-390 is currently the best aircraft in its category, being able to perform the most demanding missions under the most difficult scenarios, including Aerial Refuelling and Agile Combat Employment. That is why we are confident that the KC-390 fits the needs of the US Armed Forces.” Bosco da Costa Junior said.
