Aeronautics

New generation aeronautics for a safer and more sustainable future

Our Aeronautics unit is creating a new generation of aircraft and flying systems to be industrialized and operated from Portugal. We work with some of the biggest players in the aerospace market providing engineering services on product development programs.

Created in 2009 with the goal of advancing our industry’s aeronautical capabilities, we began working with Leonardo Helicopters Division and we are now part of all their helicopter development programs (top 3 engineering suppliers). We are a key partner in the entire development cycle of the new Embraer KC-390, with more than 800 000 hours of engineering.

Built upon this experience, we have started the development of LUS-222 (Light Regional Aircraft), the first aircraft to be industrialized from Portugal. We are combining our capabilities on automotive, mobility and aeronautics to integrate horizontal and vertical mobility and make Advanced Air Mobility Systems possible in the near future.

. WHAT WE DO IN AERONAUTICS

Engineering and development of new Aeronautical products

New generation aircraft and flying systems

Development of new-generation aircraft and systems, developed in-house, to be assembled and commercialize from Portugal.

Modules and systems for global aeronautical manufacturers and suppliers

We provide complete and partial product development for leading players in the Aeronautical industry, from concept to aircraft certification.

Engineering Services

We answer the needs of our partners and clients, helping them solve problems and bring their products to life.

Own Product Product Development for Partners Engineering Services

LUS-222

Light Regional Aircraft

SAAM

Advanced Air Mobility Service

LUS-222 is a light regional aircraft developed to serve the needs of civil and defense aviation markets, as an efficient, affordable and sustainable solution particularly in Africa and Latin America. With a capacity of up to 19 passengers or 2,5 tonnes of cargo, LUS-222 will be the first aircraft to be developed, manufactured, and commercialized in Portugal.

SAAM - Service for Advanced Air Mobility, is a product we are developing that will operate in urban and semi-urban areas, using a new autonomous drone focused on small cargo transportation, specifically in last mile logistics and medical emergencies. CEiiA is developing this service from concept to assembly and certification, including a new set of safety systems and fleet monitoring

Embraer KC-390

Multi-mission Transport Aircraft

We are a key partner in the development of the KC-390, Embraer's advanced multi-mission transport aircraft. CEiiA is responsible for the elevator, sponson, and central fuselage development, representing two-thirds of the aircraft and exceeding 800,000 hours of engineering from concept to certification. Stands as the largest aeronautical project ever developed in Portugal.

Leonardo AW-609

Tiltrotor VTOL Aircraft

Dassault Falcon 6X

Long-range Business Jet

Kopter AW09

Single turbine helicopter

AW-609 is a twin-engine tiltrotor aircraft developed by Leonardo Helicopters, designed to combine the speed and range of a fixed-wing aircraft with the vertical flight capabilities of a helicopter. Our involvement in this program focuses on the Fuselage and Tail of the aircraft, specifically on structural analysis and manufacturing optimization.

The Falcon 6X is a top-of-the-line long-range business jet developed by Dassault Aviation in France. Our involvement focuses on the centre fuselage and the baggage compartment door, doing structural analysis, weight reduction, manufacturing support and other engineering improvements.

The AW09 is a new generation, single-engine helicopter under development by Kopter Helicopters to be a multi-role aircraft that can seat between five and eight people. We are a key engineering supplier for the program throughout its project lifecycle, specializing in stress analysis and design support on the Main Structure and Systems.

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. Our companies

Our Companies in the Aeronautics Market

EEA Aircraft

Established in 2022, EEA Aircraft and Maintenance, S.A is the first Portuguese aeronautical OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and leads the development of the LUS-222 program, the first aircraft to be developed, manufactured, and commercialized in Portugal. With CEiiA’s engineering and final assembly in Ponte de Sor, LUS-222 will target the markets of defense, cargo, emergency and passenger transportation.

ELIOT

Eliot's mission is to pioneer the future of air transportation by developing innovative solutions that prioritize safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Through fostering a culture of innovation and excellence, ELIOT strives to create safer, smarter, and more sustainable solutions that inspire confidence, drive progress, and transform the way the world moves.

. OUR PARTNERS

Together with our partners we are building a more sustainable future

Aeronautics Partners Networks

We are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, advancing our industries and developing a new generation of products and services

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. WHAT'S NEW ABOUT US

We make ideas come to life!

Aeronautics

Demonstration Vehicle of our FLY.PT AAM mobility concept

The project Fly.pt comes to an end with the demonstration of a concept vehicle that integrates horizontal with vertical mobility.

Aeronautics

Portugal receives the first KC-390 from Embraer

The first of 5 KC-390 arrives at Portugal, an incredible moment where more than 800 thousand hours of engineering come to fruition.

. OUR TEAM

Head of Aeronautics Technical Manager

Miguel Braga

Head of Aeronautics

Hard-worker and a committed team player, with more than 15 years of experience in the aerospace sector, Miguel Braga is the Head of our Aeronautics Unit and is responsible for managing its business plan, roadmap and growth, leading a team of over 100 people with the support of Sara Lopez, Technical and Operations Manager.

With a variety of skills and backgrounds, our team is working together to develop a one-in-a-lifetime project, the first aircraft to be developed, manufactured, and commercialized in Portugal, LUS-222.

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Sara Lopez

Technical & Operations Manager

With a master’s in mechanical engineering and over 17 years in the Aeronautics sector, Sara has led teams throughout all aircraft development phases, from concept to certification and maintenance. As Technical & Operations Manager at our Aeronautics Unit since 2016, she has spearheaded projects with industry giants like Embraer, Leonardo Helicopters, Kopter, and Dassault, overseeing testing, R&D, and commercial programs. In her role as Deputy Technical Integrator of the KC-390 program since 2015, Sara has managed the full development cycle, from concept to certification, for crucial components like the Elevator, Central Fuselage& Sponson, providing vital manufacturing support, product change requests, and ensured adherence to the highest engineering and testing standards, both for civilian and military applications.

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