Colombia has taken a step toward acquiring the Embraer C-390 Millennium following a directive from President Gustavo Petro. According to reports, the decision sets in motion the process to replace part of the country’s ageing transport fleet.
The Fuerza Aérea Colombiana has long relied on the Lockheed C-130 Hercules, but fleet availability has become an increasing concern. A recent accident involving a Hercules has added further pressure to accelerate a replacement.
At this stage, the directive should be understood as a political decision rather than a completed acquisition. No contract has been announced and key details, including the number of aircraft and delivery timeline, remain undefined.
The C-390 has emerged as the leading candidate due to its payload, modern systems and regional presence. The next step will be the formalisation of the procurement process, which will determine whether the current direction translates into a confirmed order.
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