Embraer’s board of directors appointed Felipe Santana Santiago de Lima as Executive Vice President, Finance and Investor Relations (CFO), effective April 13, 2026. Santana, a company veteran of 18 years, currently serves as global director of treasury and succeeds Antonio Carlos Garcia, who departed this week for the CFO role at Azul Linhas Aéreas.
The São Paulo-based aerospace manufacturer announced the change on April 10 from its headquarters in São José dos Campos, Brazil. This internal promotion ensures continuity in financial leadership amid Embraer’s expansion in commercial, executive, defense, and agricultural aviation segments.
Embraer, founded in 1969, has delivered over 9,000 aircraft, with one taking off every 10 seconds worldwide and carrying more than 150 million passengers annually. The company leads in commercial jets up to 150 seats, competing directly with ATR in regional markets and Bombardier in executive jets.
Santana’s deep treasury experience positions him to manage fiscal challenges in a sector facing supply chain constraints and rising demand for efficient regional aircraft. His appointment bolsters investor relations as Embraer targets growth in defense systems and aftermarket services, supporting a workforce of 21,122 across global facilities.
For Embraer, the seamless transition reinforces financial stability critical to funding new programs like the E2 series enhancements, amid industry trends toward sustainable aviation fuels and hybrid-electric propulsion.