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Comparison of the Embraer KC-390 Vs the Lockheed Martin C-130J cargo plane.

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In this article we going compare the Embraer KC 390 and Lockheed martins C130j, Both aircraft are majority used for the military transport purposes.  130J is introduced in the year 1999 and the Embraer KC 390 in 2019, it is the largest aircraft ever built by the Embraer.

Comparison of the Embraer KC-390  Vs the Lockheed Martin C-130J cargo plane.

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The KC-390 was meant to compete with the Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules on the military tactical airlifter market, and it provides stiff competition for its American counterpart. When compared to the C-130J, the KC-390 is predicted to be 15% faster, carry an 18% greater cargo, and cost 41% less to purchase. Despite having a 15% lower range than the C-130J, the KC-390 includes aerial refueling as a standard feature (only a few specialized sub-variants of the C-130 have an aerial refueling capability).

  • Lockheed Martin C-130J

The Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules, which was introduced in 1999 and has four turboprop engines, is mostly used as a military transport aircraft. The Lockheed C-130 Hercules, which originates from US states, has received a full upgrade with the C-130J that contains new engines, a flying deck, and other equipment. The C-130J is the only model of the C-130 Hercules that is currently produced. Recently in march 2022 , the 500 C-130J aircraft were delivered to 26 operators in 22  different countries.

Comparison of the Embraer KC-390  Vs the Lockheed Martin C-130J cargo plane.

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The Royal Air Force [RAF] of the United Kingdom has given it to launch the J-model. Before delivery might occur, Lockheed Martin’s contracts with some future customers, including the United States Air Force (USAF) and the Royal Australian Air Force, were pursued. This has to done for speed up the sale of the military and commercial versions of the aircraft. Lockheed martin had spent over US$900 million in development costs for the C-130J.

Two pilots and one load master compensate the C-130J’s crew of airlift and cargo carriers. While more specialized USAF variants, including those with navigators, Combat Systems Officers, and other officer enlisted air crew, may have larger crews. The cargo compartment of the C-130J is loaded from the back of the fuselage and measures around 41 feet (12.5 m) long, 9 feet (2.74 m) high, and 10 feet (3.05 m) wide.

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Comparison of the Embraer KC-390  Vs the Lockheed Martin C-130J cargo plane.

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The USAF and USMC have made extensive use of the Super Hercules in Iraq and Afghanistan. Moreover, Canada has sent CC-130J planes to Afghanistan. Over 1 million flight hours have been recorded by C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from 13 different countries. A self-contained unit that can be loaded, the Modular Airborne Firefighting System (MAFFS) is used for aerial firefighting .That can be loaded onto a C-130 Hercules, which then allows the aircraft to be used as an air tanker against wildfires.

The United States Air Force is currently the largest operator of the C-130J, having placed increasing quantities of orders for the aircraft. 500 units had been created overall as of March 2022. In operates in many nations, like Algeria, Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia… And it can carry 92 passengers and has a maximum takeoff weight of 155,000 lb (70,307 kg).

  •        KC390

The EMBRAER KC-390 took to the skies for the first time in 2015. The first deliveries to the Brazilian Air Force were supposed to commence in 2016. Despite the fact that these plans have been postponed until 2018,

The horizontal stabilizer is installed on top of the vertical stabilizer in a “all-flying tail” T shape layout on military cargo aircraft. The cargo hold can hold up to three cars, each weighing up to 23 metric tones.

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Comparison of the Embraer KC-390  Vs the Lockheed Martin C-130J cargo plane.

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The Embraer C-390 Millennium is a medium-sized, twin-engine, jet-powered military transport aircraft. It was made by the Brazilian aerospace company Embraer and it has carrying  load capacity of 26 tones [57000 Ib]. The aircraft can be designed to accomplish a variety of traditional operations, including troop, VIP, and cargo transportation, as well as more specialized logistical operations, like aerial refueling as a tanker. It is the company’s heaviest airplane to date. The first production aircraft was delivered to the Brazilian Air Force on 4 September 2019. During the Dubai Airshow, Embraer announced the aircraft’s new name for the global market, C-390 Millennium.

Embraer intended to use the closed-loop fly-by-wire, synthetic vision, and rear ramp of the mature Embraer 190 (E190) aircraft along with its wing and GE CF34 engine to power a cargo hold cabin. With a rear ramp for loading and unloading a variety of cargo, the transport aircraft will combine many of the technological innovations featured in the Embraer E-Jet family series. Based on initial development of the aircraft, the Brazilian government expected to invest roughly US$33 million. The development and construction of two prototypes will cost Embraer $1.5 billion.

The C-390 around the 18.5 m (61 ft) long, 3.45 m (11.3 ft) wide and 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in) high hold with a rear ramp. The fleet of C-390s will be operated from Anápolis Air Force Base by the 1st Troop Transportation Group (1º GTT) Zeus. It operates in few countries like Brazil, Hungary, Netherland and Portugal. It’s having the carrying capacity around 80 troops and maximum take off weight is  86,999 kg (191,800 lb).

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By 2014, seven different countries had ordered a total of 68 KC-390s. Argentina has six, Brazil has twenty-eight, Chile has six, Colombia has twelve, the Czech Republic has two, and Portugal has one (5-6). In addition to the aircraft already ordered, the Brazilian military intends to purchase another 100. France also intended to buy 12 KC-390s. Embraer offered KC 390 aircraft to India, which is currently served by Russian-built AN 32, IL76, Boeing C17, and C130J Hercules.

 

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  •  C130J                                                                                           
  1. It is a four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft.
  2. The First flight was introduces in 1996.
  3. It is manufactured by Lockheed Martin.
  4. National origins from United states.
  5. In May 1998, Lockheed had spent over US$900 million in development costs for the C-130J.
  6. The C-130J’s cargo compartment is approximately 41 feet (12.5 m) long, 9 feet (2.74 m) high, and 10 feet (3.05 m) wide, and loading is from the rear of the fuselage.
  7. It operates in many countries like Algeria, Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Qatar, Saudi Arabia.

 

  •  KC390
  1. It is twin-engine, jet-powered military transport aircraft.
  2. The First Flight was introduced in 2019.
  3. It is manufactured by Embraer Defense Security.
  4. National origins from Brazil.
  5. On 14 April 2009, Embraer was awarded with a $1.5 billion contract to develop and build two prototypes
  6. Embraer built the C-390 around the 18.5 m (61 ft) long, 3.45 m (11.3 ft) wide and 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in) high hold with a rear ramp.
  7. It operates in some countries like Brazil, Hungary, Netherland and Portugal.
Specifications Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules Embraer C-390 Millennium
Crew 3[two pilots, and 1 loadmaster] 3[2 pilots, 1 loadmaster]
Capacity 64 airborne troops 80 troops
Wingspan 132 ft 7 in (40.41 m) 35.05 m (115 ft 0 in)
Height 38 ft 38 ft 10 in
Length 97 ft 9 in (29.79 m) 35.2 m (115 ft 6 in)
Max takeoff weight 70,307 kg 86,999 kg
Maximum speed 670 km/h 988 km/h
Powerplant 4 × Rolls-Royce AE 2100D3 turboprop3,458 kW 2 × IAE V2500-E5 turbofan, 139.4 kN
Service ceiling 8,500 m 11,000 m
Range 3,300 km for 15.5 tonnes 5,820 km for 15 tonnes
Payload main 42,000 lb 30,865 lb
Cruise speed 644 km/h 870 km/h
Payload 19,051 kg 26,000 kg
Ferry range: 5,078km 8,500 km
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From Doha to the World: The Legacy of Akbar Al Baker at Qatar Airways: Honoured with APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award

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From Doha to the World: The Legacy of Akbar Al Baker at Qatar Airways: Honoured with APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award

In the organization’s five-decade history, the APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award has only been given six times, including the most recent award given to H.E. Mr. Al Baker. This esteemed honour is given only to visionaries and leaders in the industry who drive advancement in the aviation business while also elevating their brands.

Akbar Al Baker is a prominent figure in the aviation industry and has served as the CEO of Qatar Airways for many years. Here’s a brief overview of his story:

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On September 22, 1961, Akbar Al Baker was born in Doha, Qatar. He completed his studies in Qatar before moving to India to attend Aligarh Muslim University to study economics and business. He joined Qatar’s Civil Aviation Directorate after completing his education to start his aviation career.

Akbar Al Baker was chosen to lead Qatar Airways, the nation of Qatar’s state-owned national airline, in 1997. Qatar Airways underwent a substantial turnaround and expansion under his direction. He was crucial in making the airline into one of the top carriers in the world, renowned for its opulent service, cutting-edge aircraft, and extensive global network.

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Some key highlights of Akbar Al Baker’s tenure at Qatar Airways include:

  1. Fleet Expansion: Under Al Baker’s leadership, Qatar Airways expanded its fleet with state-of-the-art aircraft, including the introduction of the Airbus A380 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner to its fleet.
  2. Award-Winning Service: Qatar Airways has won numerous awards for its service quality, including Skytrax’s “Airline of the Year” multiple times during his tenure.
  3. Hub Development: Al Baker oversaw the development of Hamad International Airport in Doha, which has become a major hub in the Middle East for international travel.
  4. Alliance Memberships: Qatar Airways became a member of the Oneworld alliance, strengthening its global network and partnerships with other leading airlines.
  5. Crisis Management: During his tenure, Qatar Airways successfully navigated through challenging times, including the 2017 blockade imposed by neighboring countries, which led to the suspension of air travel to several destinations.

Akbar Al Baker is renowned for his hands-on leadership style and for holding the airline to a high standard. He is also renowned for making direct and occasionally controversial comments about business-related issues. In the very competitive airline sector, his leadership has significantly contributed to Qatar Airways’ expansion and success.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker Honoured with Prestigious APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award

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Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker was celebrated by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) as the recipient of the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes industry leaders for their dedication, efforts, and commitment to enhancing the passenger experience. The APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony took place at APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California on 20 September, where H.E. Mr. Akbar Al Baker also accepted three awards for the airline.

Qatar Airways was also awarded with three more APEX Awards, solidifying the airline’s status as one of the world’s leading airlines. The following titles presented to Qatar Airways were based exclusively on certified passenger votes: 2024 APEX World Class Award, APEX Award for Best Entertainment in the Middle East, and the APEX Award for Global Best Food & Beverage.

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Qatar Airways Group is a unique organization that encompasses multiple subsidiaries and works in synergy to create the smoothest travel journey including airport ground services, onboard catering, private jet travel, and more. Qatar Airways continues to work in line with its promise to provide all passengers with the most seamless and luxurious travel experience in the world, now adding an additional four prestigious awards to the multi-award-winning airline’s accreditation.

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Austrian Ministry of Defense selects the C-390 Millennium as its new military transport aircraft

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The Austrian Ministry of Defense announced today the decision to select the C-390 Millennium aircraft as its new tactical transport solution. Embraer is honored to be chosen to support this important Air Force in Europe.

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Austria joins Brazil, Portugal, Hungary, and the Netherlands as the future operators of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission platform, an aircraft that is rapidly redefining the standards of tactical transport in the world defense market.

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Embraer is ready to support the Austrian Ministry of Defense and Air Force in order to meet the demanding requirements of their acquisition process and is prepared to further strengthen the relationship with this nation.

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U.S. F-35 Fighter Jet Missing in South Carolina, and Asks Public for Help

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U.S. F-35 Fighter Jet Missing in South Carolina, and Asks Public for Help

A US fighter jet went missing in South Carolina during a training mishap. According to US military officials, the search for his missing aircraft was centered on two lakes north of North Charleston.

At around 2 p.m. (local time), the pilot evacuated and safely parachuted into a North Charleston neighborhood. He was transferred to a nearby hospital, where he was in stable condition.

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Military officials appealed to the public for assistance with finding the aircraft on Twitter.

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Authorities stated that they are currently looking into the cause of the pilot’s ejection. According to Salinas, the pilot of a second F-35 made a safe landing at Joint Base Charleston. The pilots and their aircraft were part of the Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501, which is stationed in Beaufort, which is close to the Atlantic coast of South Carolina.

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According to base authorities, they were conducting a search over two lakes to the north of Charleston in collaboration with federal aviation authorities. Each of the aircraft, made by Lockheed Martin, cost about USD 80 million.

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