Embraer Reports Record $35.7 Billion Total Order Backlog

Embraer S.A. reported a record-high total backlog of $35.7 billion for the third quarter of 2026, marking a 3% increase from the previous quarter and a 14% increase year-over-year. The aerospace manufacturer saw growth across all its primary business units, including commercial aviation, defense, and services.

The executive aviation segment reached its own record backlog of $8.2 billion, a 12% increase year-on-year. During the quarter, the company launched the triple-certified Phenom 300EV light jet and delivered the first Praetor 600E to Flexjet. While quarterly deliveries of executive aircraft remained flat at 41 units, nine-month deliveries rose 15% to 115 aircraft, the strongest such performance in the company's history.

Other segments also posted significant gains. Commercial Aviation reached a $15.8 billion backlog following 36 firm orders and 30 purchase rights for the E2-family. The Defense & Security unit reached $6.1 billion, bolstered by a contract with the Fuerza Aeroespacial Colombiana for two KC-390 Millennium aircraft. Additionally, the Services & Support division hit a record $5.6 billion backlog, supported by new long-term service agreements with Alliance Airlines and Portugalia.