Embraer and Rheinmetall Win Contract to Deliver C-390 Millennium Training Suite for Royal Netherlands Air Force
Embraer, in collaboration with Rheinmetall and Portuguese company Empordef Tecnologias de Informação (ETI), has secured a significant contract to supply a comprehensive C-390 Millennium training suite for the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNAF). This agreement is part of the Netherlands’ broader initiative to enhance its airlift capabilities, following the decision to procure five C-390 transport aircraft, set to replace the aging fleet of C-130H Hercules that has been in operation since the 1990s.
The training package, scheduled for delivery by 2026, includes several advanced components: Embraer’s Full Flight Simulator, Rheinmetall’s Cargo Handling Station Trainer, and a Computer Based Trainer developed by ETI. These resources will provide extensive training opportunities, featuring over 350 malfunction scenarios designed for both normal and emergency flight situations.
The bespoke training suite is also equipped with a loadmaster procedure function that features visual representations of the C-390’s cargo hold and airframe, enhancing operational readiness. Furthermore, a learning management system will facilitate theoretical instruction for pilots, loadmasters, and other crew members, ensuring comprehensive preparation for all personnel involved in the C-390 operations.
Carlos Naufel, CEO and President of Embraer Services & Support, emphasized the significance of this milestone in the partnership with the Dutch military. “The new training devices offered to the Royal Netherlands Air Force are a significant milestone in our long-term relationship,” he stated. Naufel expressed optimism about tailoring solutions to meet the specific needs of the RNAF and looks forward to further collaboration in the years ahead.
With components expected to be operational in 2026, this training suite marks a pivotal step in the modernization of the Royal Netherlands Air Force, ensuring that its personnel are equipped with the best-in-class training solutions for their new C-390 Millennium aircraft.
