Embraer OGMA Complete First C-390 Millennium Check for Hungary

Embraer and its Portuguese subsidiary OGMA have successfully completed the first scheduled 24-month maintenance check on a C-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft operated by the Hungarian Air Force. The milestone, announced on June 23, 2026, marks the initial execution phase of a comprehensive service agreement signed earlier this year to support the European operator’s fleet.

In a press release issued Tuesday, Embraer confirmed the maintenance activities took place at OGMA’s facilities in Alverca, Portugal. The completion demonstrates the manufacturer’s localized support ecosystem for European operators of the multi-mission aircraft. Hungary currently operates two C-390 Millennium jets, having received its fully contracted fleet by late 2025.

Operational readiness and localized support

The recent maintenance event represents the practical application of a dedicated service agreement finalized between Embraer and the Hungarian Air Force on February 4, 2026. The contract leverages Embraer’s European footprint to provide ongoing logistical, technical, and maintenance support for the tactical airlift fleet.

Douglas Lobo, Vice President of Customer Support and Aftermarket Sales for Embraer Services and Support, highlighted the strategic importance of the European maintenance hub.

This maintenance event for the Hungarian Air Force’s C-390 Millennium is a significant step in strengthening our support capabilities in Europe. Working together with OGMA, we delivered a robust and efficient service that supports operational readiness and long-term customer satisfaction.

The Hungarian Air Force expressed satisfaction with the process. Brigadier General Tamás Bali PhD, Commander of the Hungarian Air Force, stated in the release that the close collaboration between the military branch, OGMA, and Embraer ensured a well-coordinated process, citing the high level of technical expertise demonstrated by the maintenance teams.

Fleet performance and specialized capabilities

Hungary became the second NATO operator of the C-390 Millennium and the first nation globally to receive all of its contracted aircraft for the type. Embraer delivered the first airframe on September 5, 2024, followed by the second on November 21, 2025.

According to reporting by AeroMorning, the first Hungarian C-390 has achieved a 99 percent mission completion rate since entering active service. The publication also noted that the Hungarian fleet is uniquely equipped with a modular roll-on/roll-off medical Intensive Care Unit (ICU), allowing the aircraft to conduct specialized medical evacuation and humanitarian missions alongside standard cargo and troop transport profiles.

AirPro News analysis

The successful completion of this 24-month check at OGMA is a critical proof of concept for Embraer’s European support strategy. As the Brazilian manufacturer secures additional C-390 orders from NATO members like the Netherlands, Austria, and the Czech Republic, demonstrating a mature, localized maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) network is essential. Relying on OGMA in Portugal prevents European operators from needing to send aircraft back to Brazil for heavy maintenance, reducing downtime and logistical friction. We view this milestone as a key selling point Embraer will likely leverage in ongoing European airlift procurement campaigns.

Sources: Embraer