First Engines To Power Embraer's KC-390 Airplane For The Brazilian Air Force

The FAA has certified IAE International Aero Engines' V2500-E5 engine for Embraer's KC-390 aircraft. The KC-390's launch customer is the Brazilian Air Force.

"Achieving engine certification on schedule is a big win for the program," said Jackson Schneider, president and CEO, Embraer Defense & Security. "We have a high level of confidence that the engine will perform as reliably as its in-service counterpart has done, and we look forward to a successful first flight."

"Reaching certification is further proof of the steadfast reliability of our V2500 engines and our development team's ability to enhance this technology," said Dave Brantner, president, Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines. "Our entire team looks forward to supporting Embraer's goals for the KC-390 program."

The V2500-E5 engine, rated at 31,330 pounds of thrust, was selected in July 2011 by Embraer Defense & Security and the Brazilian Air Force, which established the KC-390 requirements. While Embraer and its customers desire maximum commonality with the V2500 engine, changes have been made to optimize installation with the new airframe.

The overall IAE program provides a fully integrated propulsion system, including the V2500-E5 engine and nacelle with engine build-up and nacelle installations supported by UTC Aerospace Systems' Aerostructures business.  The system will be delivered to Embraer's customer, the Brazilian Air Force, supporting a scheduled 2016 entry into service.

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