BAE Systems to Provide Flight Controls for Embraer's KC-390 Aircraft

Aircraft manufacturer Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force have selected BAE Systems BAESY to provide flight control electronics for the KC-390 military transport aircraft. Under the contract, BAE Systems will supply flight control computers and actuator control electronics. The KC-390 is a twin-turbofan powered medium-weight transport jet that can be refueled in flight and can be used for in-flight or on-ground refueling of other aircraft.