Brazilian manufacturer Embraer has reached a record company-wide backlog of $35.7 billion during the third quarter of 2026, up 3% from the previous three months.
On October 23, 2026, Embraer declared that the third quarter had been marked by “strong commercial activity,” with sizeable firm orders for E-Jets from both Abra Group and ANA Holdings.
During the third quarter, with its commercial aviation sector, Embraer logged 36 firm orders and 30 purchase rights or options for its E2-family.
The company’s Executive Aviation division also posted a record-high $8.2 billion backlog, up 5% from the second quarter of 2026.
The period was notable for the launch of the Phenom 300EV and delivery of the first Praetor 600E to launch customer Flexjet.
In Defense and Security, the backlog reached $6.1 billion in the third quarter, a 56% increase from the same period in 2025.
Among the highlights, the Fuerza Aeroespacial Colombiana (FAC) ordered two KC-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft in August 2026, worth around $366.4 million.
Embraer currently has 43 firm orders for KC-390 Millennium military transport, plus 25 for A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft.
Embraer deliveries in third quarter 2026
With nine months of the year now having passed, Embraer has delivered 52 commercial aircraft. The company is aiming to deliver between 80 and 85 in total by the end of the year.
Overall, 115 executive aircraft have been delivered to customers so far this year. Embraer hopes to deliver between 160 and 170.
According to Embraer, across executive and commercial units, it has delivered approximately 67% of the full‑year guidance, which was set at between 240 and 255 aircraft for 2026.