Embraer and Adani Defence and Aerospace have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop an integrated regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India. The companies are set to collaborate on opportunities in aircraft manufacturing, supply chain, aftermarket services, and pilot training. The Embraer aircraft, which are also used by the Indian Air Force, consist of the Legacy 600 aircraft and the ‘Netra’ AEW&C aircraft based on the Embraer ERJ145 platform. Details of the dealThis deal is set to advantage Embraer’s engineering and aircraft manufacturing expertise with Adani’s aviation value-chain footprint, which includes airport infrastructure, aerospace manufacturing, MRO services, and pilot training. This partnership with Embraer will open new doors for the Indian regional transport aircraft ecosystem.