Brazilian Air Force Introduces Upgraded C-95 Bandeirante »

By Aeroeletrônica
15 December 2010

The new glass cockpt of the updated Embraer C-95.

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, December 15, 2010 — The Brazilian Air Force successfully completed a debut flight of its legacy Embraer C-95 Bandeirante standard liaison and freighter-wayfarer biturboprop aircraft, upgraded by Elbit Systems' Brazilian subsidiary Aeroeletrônica (AEL). The upgraded aircraft will be awarded a CTA type certification from the Brazilian aviation certification authority, Centro Técnico Aeroespacial (CTA).

Upgrading both C-95 Bandeirante and P-95 Bandeirulha aircraft platforms, the programme includes integration of advanced avionics such as digital maps, displays, advanced communication and navigation systems and additional advanced systems, aimed at improving the aircraft's performance and the pilot's survivability. These new, modern avionics systems are destined to meet the standards of newly manufactured aircraft, specifically in flight safety and mission performance in harsh weather conditions. In this upgrade programme, as in other AEL upgrade programmes, the company accumulated additional technological know-how and advanced manufacturing capabilities. Thanks to the support and experience of its parent company, Elbit Systems, AEL is able to further establish its expertise and capabilities in development and manufacture for both current and future upgrade programs.

Vitor Jaime Neves, AEL Operational Vice President noted: "We are proud of this programme, which builds on Elbit Systems' vast experience in upgrading of various aerial platforms. This flight marks an important milestone in the programme, further strengthening our longstanding cooperation with our Brazilian customers. We believe that additional international customers undergoing similar upgrade programs will follow the Brazilian Air Force, and will choose to upgrade their fleets with our advanced systems."

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