Aviation News – Embraer and OGMA have successfully completed the first scheduled 24-month maintenance of a C-390 Millennium aircraft operated by the Hungarian Air Force. This milestone, achieved at OGMA’s facilities in Portugal, strengthens the logistical and support ecosystem for the aircraft across the European continent.
The comprehensive heavy maintenance check marks the execution phase of a recently signed service agreement between Embraer and the Hungarian Air Force. By utilizing OGMA’s established facilities in Alverca, Portugal, the program demonstrates its ability to provide localized, high-tier support to European operators. The C-390 Millennium fleet represents a critical modern upgrade for Hungary’s tactical airlift capabilities.
The partnership leverages decades of industrial cooperation between the Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer and OGMA, a long-standing maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider in Europe. The selection of the Portuguese facility underscores the strategic positioning of regional hubs to minimize aircraft downtime and streamline supply chains. This specific 24-month check ensures the airframe meets strict global airworthiness and operational safety guidelines.
Engineers focused on structural inspections, deep-system diagnostics, and preventive updates required for the aircraft’s multi-mission performance. The tactical transport aircraft relies on these thorough checkups to maintain its high operational availability, allowing it to transition seamlessly between troop transport, medical evacuation, and aerial refueling tasks.
