- This versatile and combat proven aircraft tailored for 21st century missions continues its success story with over 290 aircraft ordered
- The A-29 Super Tucano has been selected by 22 air forces worldwide
São José dos Campos, Brazil, June 19, 2025 – Embraer (NYSE: ERJ/ B3: EMBR3), a global leader in the aerospace industry, celebrates today during the Paris Air Show another significant milestone in the history of the A-29 Super Tucano, selected by 22 air forces worldwide. The aircraft fleet in service achieved 600,000 flight hours.
“It is a privilege to share this key achievement in the successful trajectory of the leading aircraft in its category. The A-29 Super Tucano is the only light attack, armed reconnaissance, and advanced training turboprop aircraft in production, with proven performance in combat around the world,” says Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security.
For air forces seeking flexible combat proven and cost-efficient aircraft, the A-29 Super Tucano is the best choice. The A-29 offers a wide range of missions such as Advanced Pilot Training, CAS, Air Patrol, Air Interdiction, JTAC Training, Armed ISR, Border Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Air Escort.
Recently acquired by Portugal, the A-29N Super Tucano – a NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) interoperable variant – demonstrates the platform’s versatility and adaptability. Equipped with advanced avionics, specialized communication systems, and enhanced capabilities, the aircraft is designed to meet NATO’s most stringent requirements.
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 human-machine interface (HMI) avionics systems integrated into a robust airframe capable of operating from unpaved runways, in austere environments and with little infrastructure. Furthermore, the aircraft has reduced maintenance requirements and offers high levels of reliability, availability, and structural integrity, with low life cycle costs.
