# Greece orders three Embraer KC-390 transports The government-to-government deal through Portugal includes options for three more aircraft, with first delivery planned for 2027. Published 2026-11-02 by TGOs. Canonical: https://tgos.io/news/2026/11/02/greece-orders-three-embraer-kc-390-transports/ Greece's Ministry of National Defense signed a contract on Nov. 2 for three Embraer KC-390 Millennium aircraft, with options for three more.[1] The purchase runs through a government-to-government agreement with Portugal.[1] Breaking Defense reported that Greece chose the Millennium to replace its aging Lockheed Martin C-130H fleet.[2] The purchase also offers a refueling role: Embraer says the aircraft can operate as a tanker when configured with quick-installation air-to-air refueling equipment.[1] According to Breaking Defense, a Greek parliamentary committee reportedly approved procurement and follow-on support of three aircraft in June, with an expected budget of roughly €600 million.[2] Embraer's signing announcement gives no contract value.[1] ## Why it matters The Greek order adds a delivery commitment beginning in 2027, when Embraer says the Hellenic Air Force will receive its first aircraft.[1] Breaking Defense reports that Embraer aims to increase annual C-390 production to 10 aircraft by the end of the decade.[2] ## Sources 1. Embraer: Greece acquires up to six Embraer KC-390 Millennium Multi-Mission Aircraft 2. Breaking Defense: Greece inks deal for KC-390 fleet