Embraer sells A-29 Super Tucano to the Uruguayan Air Force
Embraer has announced the sale of up to six A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to the Uruguayan Air Force (FAU). The contract includes one aircraft with a commitment to acquire five additional units, along with mission equipment, integrated logistics services, and a flight simulator. Deliveries are scheduled from 2025. This makes Uruguay the sixth nation in South America to operate the A-29 Super Tucano, joining Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Paraguay.
The A-29 Super Tucano is a versatile aircraft used for border monitoring, reconnaissance, advanced training, and controlling illegal activities. It has proven its effectiveness in various South American environments, from the Amazon rainforest to mountainous regions. With over 260 orders and 570,000 flight hours, including 60,000 in combat, the A-29 Super Tucano is the global leader in its category.
Embraer ha annunciato la vendita di fino a sei velivoli A-29 Super Tucano alla Forza Aerea Uruguaiana (FAU). Il contratto prevede un velivolo con l'impegno di acquisire cinque ulteriori unità, insieme a equipaggiamento per le missioni, servizi logistici integrati e un simulatore di volo. Le consegne sono programmate a partire dal 2025. Questo rende l'Uruguay la sesta nazione in Sud America a operare l'A-29 Super Tucano, unendosi a Brasile, Cile, Colombia, Ecuador e Paraguay.
L'A-29 Super Tucano è un velivolo versatile utilizzato per il monitoraggio dei confini, la ricognizione, l'addestramento avanzato e il controllo delle attività illegali. Ha dimostrato la sua efficacia in vari ambienti sudamericani, dalla foresta pluviale amazzonica alle regioni montuose. Con oltre 260 ordini e 570.000 ore di volo, di cui 60.000 in combattimento, l'A-29 Super Tucano è il leader globale nella sua categoria.
Embraer ha anunciado la venta de hasta seis aviones A-29 Super Tucano a la Fuerza Aérea Uruguaya (FAU). El contrato incluye un avión con el compromiso de adquirir cinco unidades adicionales, junto con equipo de misión, servicios logísticos integrados y un simulador de vuelo. Las entregas están programadas a partir de 2025. Esto convierte a Uruguay en la sexta nación en Sudamérica que opera el A-29 Super Tucano, uniéndose a Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador y Paraguay.
El A-29 Super Tucano es un avión versátil utilizado para la vigilancia fronteriza, la Reconocimiento, el entrenamiento avanzado y el control de actividades ilegales. Ha demostrado su eficacia en diversos entornos sudamericanos, desde la selva amazónica hasta regiones montañosas. Con más de 260 pedidos y 570,000 horas de vuelo, incluyendo 60,000 en combate, el A-29 Super Tucano es el líder global en su categoría.
엠브레어는 우루과이 공군(FAU)에 A-29 슈퍼 투카노 항공기 최대 6대의 판매를 발표했습니다. 계약에는 1대의 항공기가 포함되어 있으며, 추가로 5대를 구매할 의무가 담겨 있으며, 임무 장비, 통합 물류 서비스 및 비행 시뮬레이터도 포함됩니다. 인도는 2025년부터 예정되어 있습니다. 이는 우루과이가 A-29 슈퍼 투카노를 운영하는 남미의 여섯 번째 국가가 되는 것을 의미하며, 브라질, 칠레, 콜롬비아, 에콰도르 및 파라과이와 함께하게 됩니다.
A-29 슈퍼 투카노는 국경 감시, 정찰, 고급 훈련 및 불법 활동 통제를 위해 사용되는 다목적 항공기입니다. 그것은 아마존 열대우림에서 산악 지역에 이르기까지 남미의 다양한 환경에서 효과를 입증했습니다. 260건 이상의 주문과 570,000시간의 비행 시간이 있으며, 그 중 60,000시간은 전투에 사용되었습니다. A-29 슈퍼 투카노는 해당 분야의 글로벌 리더입니다.
Embraer a annoncé la vente de jusqu'à six avions A-29 Super Tucano à l'Armée de l'air uruguayenne (FAU). Le contrat comprend un avion, avec l'engagement d'acquérir cinq unités supplémentaires, ainsi que des équipements de mission, des services logistiques intégrés et un simulateur de vol. Les livraisons sont prévues à partir de 2025. Cela fait de l'Uruguay la sixième nation d'Amérique du Sud à opérer l'A-29 Super Tucano, rejoignant le Brésil, le Chili, la Colombie, l'Équateur et le Paraguay.
L'A-29 Super Tucano est un avion polyvalent utilisé pour la surveillance des frontières, la reconnaissance, la formation avancée et le contrôle des activités illégales. Il a prouvé son efficacité dans divers environnements sud-américains, de la forêt amazonienne aux régions montagneuses. Avec plus de 260 commandes et 570 000 heures de vol, dont 60 000 en combat, l'A-29 Super Tucano est le leader mondial dans sa catégorie.
Embraer hat den Verkauf von bis zu sechs A-29 Super Tucano Flugzeugen an die uruguayische Luftwaffe (FAU) bekannt gegeben. Der Vertrag umfasst ein Flugzeug mit der Verpflichtung, fünf weitere Einheiten zu erwerben, sowie Missionsausrüstung, integrierte Logistikdienste und einen Flugsimulator. Die Auslieferungen sind für 2025 geplant. Damit wird Uruguay die , die den A-29 Super Tucano betreibt, und reiht sich ein in die Liste von Brasilien, Chile, Kolumbien, Ecuador und Paraguay.
Der A-29 Super Tucano ist ein vielseitiges Flugzeug, das für Grenzkontrolle, Aufklärung, fortgeschrittene Ausbildung und Bekämpfung illegaler Aktivitäten eingesetzt wird. Es hat sich in verschiedenen südamerikanischen Umgebungen, von den Regenwäldern des Amazonas bis zu bergigen Regionen, als wirksam erwiesen. Mit über 260 Bestellungen und 570.000 Flugstunden, darunter 60.000 in Kampfeinsätzen, ist der A-29 Super Tucano der globale Spitzenreiter in seiner Kategorie.
- Sale of up to six A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to the Uruguayan Air Force
- Expansion of Embraer's market presence in South America
- A-29 Super Tucano's proven track record with over 260 orders and 570,000 flight hours
- Versatility of the aircraft for various missions, enhancing its market appeal
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The sale of A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to Uruguay marks a significant development for Embraer's market position in South America. This deal expands Embraer's footprint to 6 countries in the region, solidifying its dominance in the light attack and training aircraft segment. The potential
The A-29's versatility for various missions, including border monitoring and advanced training, addresses Uruguay's specific needs while showcasing the aircraft's adaptability. This could lead to increased interest from other nations facing similar security challenges. The emphasis on the A-29's cost-effectiveness and ability to operate in diverse environments may appeal to countries with budget constraints, potentially opening new markets for Embraer.
Uruguay's acquisition of the A-29 Super Tucano represents a significant modernization of its air force capabilities after a 43-year gap in combat aircraft procurement. This move aligns with regional trends of enhancing border security and combating transnational crimes. The multi-role capabilities of the A-29, including close air support and ISR missions, provide Uruguay with a cost-effective solution to address various security challenges.
The inclusion of integrated logistics services and a flight simulator in the contract indicates a long-term commitment to maintaining operational readiness. This comprehensive package approach could become a model for future defense acquisitions in the region, potentially influencing other countries' procurement strategies and benefiting defense contractors offering similar all-inclusive deals.
The country will become the sixth operator of the aircraft in
With this order,
"We are honored by the decision of the Uruguayan Air Force, another South American nation to choose the A-29 Super Tucano, an aircraft that is a reference in its segment in the international market. With this acquisition,
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"With this addition, we are taking a great leap forward in improving our defense capabilities and responding to the needs of controlling our territorial sovereignty and fighting crime in all its forms," said Uruguayan Minister of National Defense, Armando Castaingdebat.
"It should be noted that since 1981 our country has not acquired new combat aircraft. It is precisely for this reason that the aforementioned purchase of aircraft will generate great motivation and professional satisfaction within the Air Force," said the Commander in Chief of the Uruguayan Air Force, General Luis H. De León.
The A-29 Super Tucano is the global leader in its category, boasting over 260 orders, surpassing 570,000 flight hours, with 60,000 of those in combat. The number of air forces operating the A-29 Super Tucano steadily expands due to its unmatched combination of features, making it the most cost-effective, accessible, and versatile choice.
For Air Forces seeking a proven, comprehensive, efficient, reliable, and cost-effective solution on a single platform, coupled with great operational flexibility, the A-29 Super Tucano 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. Furthermore, the aircraft has a simple maintenance concept, which offers high levels of reliability, availability, and structural integrity with low life cycle costs.
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