It becomes the sixth Nation to operate this model in South America

Embraer announced that the Uruguayan Air Force (FAU) and the Uruguayan Ministry of National Defense (MDN) have converted options for five A-29 "Super Tucano" aircraft into firm orders. The agreement is part of a commitment signed in August 2024, when the FAU has announced a firm order for one aircraft plus the options that have now been converted. The agreement also includes mission equipment, integrated logistics services and a flight simulator. The contract is part of a fleet renew program to expand FAU's operational capacity.

With Uruguay and the recent acquisition of the first A-29 in NATO configuration (A-29N) by Portugal, the model reaches 20 operators worldwide, boasting over 290 orders. The number of air forces operating it steadily expands due to its combination of features.

For Air Forces seeking a solution on a single platform, coupled with great operational flexibility, the A-29 Super Tucano offers a wide range of missions (close air support, air patrol, special operations, air interdiction, border surveillance, reconnaissance, air escort, basic, operational and advanced training, transition to air superiority fighters).