Embraer announced yesterday during the "Farnborough International Airshow" (July 22-26), the most important aerospace industry event of the year, the sale of six A-29 "Super Tucano" aircraft to the Paraguayan Air Force (FAP). The operation, with deliveries scheduled from 2025, includes mission equipment and an integrated logistics services agreement. 

The model is a global reference in its category, boasting over 260 orders, surpassing 550,000 flight hours, with 60,000 of those in combat. The number of air forces operating it steadily expands due to its combination of features and it offers a wide range of missions such as close air support, air patrol, special operations, air interdiction, JTAC, forward air controller (FAC), air and tactical coordinator (TAC), Armed ISR, border surveillance, reconnaissance, air escort, basic, operational and advanced training, transition to air superiority fighters, JTAC/LIFT and FAC training. 

The A-29 "Super Tucano" is the most effective multi-mission aircraft in its category, equipped with state-of-the-art technology for precise target identification, weapons systems, and a comprehensive communications suite. Its capability is further enhanced by advanced HMI avionics systems integrated into a robust airframe capable of operating from unpaved runways, in austere environments and without infrastructure.

The technical data sheet of the airplane is attached to this AVIONEWS.