IAE engines for Brazil’s Embraer first defence cargo aircraft KC-390

Monday, July 25th 2011 - 20:34 UTC

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Brazil’s Embraer, the world's biggest maker of regional aircraft, chose International Aero Engines as engine supplier for its military transport plane KC-390, signalling that the company is moving ahead in its venture into defence within schedule. Read full article

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GeoffWard2
Nice to see Brasil buying into the UK and the EU - Rolls Royce, and the Airbus engine hardware & technologies.

“. . . . as geopolitical events lead Brazil to beef up security to protect extensive natural resources”
Yes, but who are we protecting ourselves FROM?
- Argentina, Cuba, Venezuela, Bolivia, Ecuador ???
- Colombia, Chile, Peru ???
- USA, China, the UK ???
- The Falkland Islands ???

It's hard to see an enemy this side of the horizon, or even over the horizon.
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zethe
True Geoff, But often wars are a complete surprise. it is best to be ready incase.
Jul 28th, 2011 - 03:04 pm - Link - Report abuse 0
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