Embraer launches KC-390 critical design review

Embraer is undertaking a critical design review (CDR) for its KC-390 tactical transport and tanker.
The review, which started on 4 March, should be completed by 22 March, he says.
Successfully completing the CDR is an important step for the programme because it clears the way for manufacturing drawings to be released to the factory floor, Gastao Silva says. "We will really start building the aircraft this year," he adds.
This will clear the way for the KC-390's first flight in the second half of 2014, he adds. The first aircraft are to be delivered in late 2015 or early 2016.

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