Embraer has kicked off the first quarter of 2026 with a powerful statement of growth, reporting a record-breaking backlog of US$32.1 billion. This milestone marks the sixth consecutive quarter of all-time highs for the Brazilian aerospace giant, reflecting a robust 22% increase year-over-year.
The company’s latest operational results showcase a significant rebound in production capacity and global demand. Total aircraft deliveries for the quarter reached 44 units — a 47% jump compared to the 30 aircraft delivered in the same period last year. This surge suggests that the production leveling initiatives and supply chain stabilization efforts implemented by Embraer are yielding tangible results.
The Commercial Aviation division emerged as the primary engine of growth this quarter. Its backlog climbed a staggering 50% year-over-year to reach US$15.0 billion. A major contributor to this performance was a landmark agreement with Finnair for up to 46 E195-E2 aircraft, which includes firm orders, options, and purchase rights. In the first quarter alone, 18 of these firm orders were officially added to the backlog.
During Q1 2026, Embraer delivered 10 commercial jets, up from 7 in Q1 2025. These included six E175s, one E190-E2, and three E195-E2s. The division maintained a healthy book-to-bill ratio of 3.0x over the trailing 12 months, indicating that new orders are significantly outpacing current deliveries.
Embraer’s Executive Aviation segment remains a dominant force in the private jet market. The division delivered 29 aircraft in the quarter — comprising 16 light jets and 13 medium jets — representing a 26% increase over previous year levels. The backlog for this unit stayed stable at US$7.6 billion. The quarter was also marked by the launch of the next-generation Praetor 500E and Praetor 600E models, further modernizing their executive portfolio.
In the Defense & Security sector, the backlog rose 5% year-over-year to US$4.4 billion. Notable deliveries included a KC-390 Millennium and an A-29 Super Tucano to the Portuguese Air Force. Strategic wins continued with the confirmation of the Republic of Uzbekistan as a new KC-390 operator and the Philippine Air Force’s order for six additional A-29 Super Tucano aircraft.
The Services & Support division also hit a record high, with a backlog of US$5.1 billion, an 11% increase from the previous year. This growth was bolstered by long-term fleet support contracts with Virgin Australia and Airnorth, as well as new defense support agreements with the Hungarian Air Force.
As Embraer moves further into 2026, the company has reaffirmed its full-year delivery guidance of 240 to 255 aircraft. With a historic backlog and a sharpening focus on operational efficiency, the Brazilian airframer is well-positioned to maintain its upward trajectory in the global aerospace market.