According to Embraer, these aircraft will perform a wide range of missions, such as border surveillance, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.
Embraer () announced the sale of four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced training aircraft to an undisclosed customer in Africa. The sales contract was signed this Tuesday, 31st.
According to Embraer, these aircraft will perform a wide range of missions, such as border surveillance, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, tactical air support, counterinsurgency and advanced flight training.
“The A-29 Super Tucano is an extremely versatile aircraft, capable of carrying out the most demanding missions in the most challenging conditions. The A-29 is a world leader in its category, as it combines a proven combat history with advanced technology,” said the president of Embraer Defense & Security, Bosco da Costa Junior, in a statement.
The company also highlighted that the A-29 Super Tucano is the global leader in its category, with more than 290 orders, exceeding 570,000 flight hours, 60,000 of which are in combat.
In 2024, Embraer announced new sales of the Super Tucano to the Air Forces of Portugal, Uruguay and Paraguay.
