► Embraer and CIAC sign memorandum of understanding to leverage Colombia’s aerospace industry

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Santiago, Chile – April 8, 2026 – Embraer (NYSE: EMBJ/B3: EMBJ3) and the Colombian Aeronautical Industry Corporation (CIAC) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at FIDAE for a possible expansion of industrial and technical cooperation to boost Colombia’s aerospace industry.

“The signing of this MoU strengthens the relationship built over the years with CIAC and paves the way for a possible expansion of technical and industrial cooperation across Embraer’s portfolio, which includes the A-29 Super Tucano and the KC-390 Millennium” said Fabio Caparica, Vice-President of Contracts at Embraer Defense & Security. “Our goal is to further strengthen the Colombian aerospace industry and evaluate opportunities to integrate CIAC into Embraer’s global production chains.”

“The signing of this Memorandum of Understanding with Embraer represents a strategic step towards strengthening the Colombian aerospace industry and consolidating CIAC as a relevant player in international scenarios. This agreement allows us to advance in the transfer of knowledge, the development of technical capabilities and the integration into global value chains, contributing to the growth of the sector and the positioning of Colombia as a regional benchmark in maintenance, innovation and aeronautical development,” said Colonel Oscar Francisco Zúñiga Martin, President of CIAC (E).

Colombia represents an important market for Embraer in all segments. Currently, the company has a fleet of 50 aircraft operating in the country, serving customers in the areas of Defense & Security, Commercial, and Executive Aviation. This includes 24 A-29 Super Tucanos operated by the Colombian Aerospace Force (FAC, in Spanish), among others.

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Classification
Region
Latin America
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Political-Military / Logistics
SALUTE Report
Size
50 aircraft
Activity
Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for industrial and technical cooperation
Location
Santiago · Chile
Unit
Embraer and Colombian Aeronautical Industry Corporation (CIAC)
Time
April 8, 2026
Equipment
A-29 Super TucanoKC-390 Millennium
Summary

Embraer and the Colombian Aeronautical Industry Corporation (CIAC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Santiago, Chile, on April 8, 2026, to enhance industrial and technical cooperation in Colombia's aerospace sector. This agreement aims to integrate CIAC into Embraer's global production chains and strengthen the Colombian aerospace industry, which includes the A-29 Super Tucano and KC-390 Millennium aircraft.

Key Facts
  • Embraer and CIAC signed a Memorandum of Understanding on April 8, 2026.
  • The MoU aims to boost Colombia's aerospace industry.
  • Embraer has a fleet of 50 aircraft operating in Colombia.
  • The agreement includes the A-29 Super Tucano and KC-390 Millennium.
  • CIAC aims to strengthen its position in international aerospace scenarios.

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