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Agile tanker
Embraer and L3Harris will develop a KC-390-based aerial refueling option for the US Air Force
KC-390 Millenium
USAF
Image: Embraer
Rafael Ramos
9/19/2022
Embraer and L3Harris announced today (19) a partnership to develop the “Agile Tanker”. It is a tactical aerial refueling aircraft with agility to meet the operational requirements of the US Air Force.
To develop such a platform, the aircraft used as a base will be the KC-390, Embraer's largest military aircraft. In a statement ahead of the Air Space conference
KC-390 Millenium
Image: FAB
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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