Safran’s contribution to the
embraer KC-390
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Horizontal Stabilizer Control System
Safran (Safran Electronics & Defense) supplies the HSTS (Horizontal Stabilizer Trim System), a critical component for flight safety. The original solution developed by Safran Electronics & Defense, using electric-powered actuators, offers a more efficient electronic control of the system.
Photo : © Adrien Daste / Safran
Wheels and carbon brakes & braking system
Safran (Safran Landing Systems) was selected by Brazilian airframer Embraer to equip its KC-390 cargo aircraft with braking and landing equipment, including the 8 wheels and carbon brakes of the main landing gear and the 2 wheels of the nose gear, the braking system and brake control system.
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Primary and secondary electrical distribution systems
Safran (Safran Electrical & Power) supplies the primary and secondary electrical distribution systems as well as the RAT (Ram Air Turbine), a back-up electrical generator for the KC-390 military transport aircraft.
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Ventilation System
Safran (Safran Ventilation Systems), which designs equipment for high-pressure air conditioning, supplies the whole ventilation system of the Embraer KC-390.
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Life jackets and rafts
The life jackets and life rafts on board Embraer KC-390 military transport aircraft are provided by Safran (Safran Aerosystems).
Auxiliary power generation systems
Safran (Safran Aerosystems) supplies the auxiliary power generation systems of the KC-390.
Wipers
Safran (Safran Aerosystems) supplies the wipers equipping the Embraer KC-390.
Control cockpit equipment
Safran (Safran Aerosystems) supplies a variety of components to outfit KC-390 cockpit.
Water & Waste System
The water & waste system on board Embraer KC-390 is provided by Safran (Safran Cabin).
