Embraer KC-390 Visits Sydney

[Grahame Hutchison]

Originally scheduled for a 1350 arrival from Auckland, a late departure saw Embraer KC390 PT-ZNJ arrive at 1659, and after the long taxi from 16L, it was after sunset when they parked on DOM 6 Bay 99.

Recently on display at the Paris Air Show, PT-ZNJ is operated by the Brazilian Air Force and has Embraer Serial No. 39000002

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[Grahame Hutchison]

KC-390 Overnight Stay

After a sunset arrival yesterday, it was nice to catch up with the KC-390 again in some warm sunlight.

Departure was scheduled for 1000L, however they were running a little late and departed at 1036L for Darwin. Takeoff distance was to be 2000m, but it was more like 1600m, with a fairly flat climb out.

The KC-390 is powered by 2 x IAE V2500-E5 turbofans, has a max payload of 23.6t, with 23t of fuel, standard inflight refueling capability, and can act as a re-fueler itself. There is still test equipment on board this aircraft, along with 20 seats and six stretchers (spare tyres are in the rear).

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[Kent Broadhead]

Thanks for the pics Graham. I'd just jumped off a train at Sydenham at 1657 and assumed it was a C-17, but was pretty excited when I checked flightradar!

[Kim F]

Loved the first pic in first post! Top shot !

[Robert.M]

Great photos Grahame! Interesting looking aircraft!

[Rowan McKeever]

Thanks for sharing, Graeme. A good looking aircraft captured nicely :)

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[Ray P.]

RAAF C-130J-30 replacement around 2025. (y)

[Nigel C]

RAAF C-130J-30 replacement around 2025. (y)

The RNZAF are looking at it as a possible replacement for their fleet of C-130's.

[Greg Hyde]

Didn't waste their time with the RAAF, just passing thru.

Also some interest in the Asia-Pacific area after it left Oz.

[Brenden S]

Great Photos mate