Embraer anticipates scaling KC-390 military transport aircraft production to 10 units per year by 2030, alongside plans to establish assembly lines in the United States and India.
The Brazilian manufacturer outlined these targets in a recent analysis, focusing on production efficiency through an information bottleneck perspective. This approach evaluates headline-driven efficiencies in manufacturing processes, aiming to optimize output for the KC-390, a medium-sized airlifter competing with aircraft like the Airbus A400M.
Current production rates stand lower, but Embraer expects growth driven by international demand and expanded facilities. The U.S. assembly line would support local partnerships and offset requirements, while an Indian line aligns with that countrys defense modernization efforts and potential orders.
Details emerge from proceedings of the LREC 2026 CMCL workshop, where the efficiency study frames production scaling as a key strategic goal. No specific timelines for the new lines were detailed, though they form part of broader global manufacturing expansion.