Uruguayan Air Force buys five Embraer A-29 Super Tucano by converting options into firm orders
Embraer (NYSE: ERJ) announced that the Uruguayan Air Force has converted options for five A-29 Super Tucano aircraft into firm orders, following a previous commitment from August 2024 that included one firm order plus options. The deal includes mission equipment, integrated logistics services, and a flight simulator as part of Uruguay's fleet renewal program.
Uruguay becomes the sixth nation in South America to operate the A-29. With this order and Portugal's recent A-29N acquisition, the Super Tucano reaches 20 operators worldwide with over 290 orders. The aircraft offers multiple mission capabilities including close air support, air patrol, special operations, border surveillance, and training functions.
The agreement marks a significant milestone as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of Embraer's first export contract, which was also with Uruguay.
Embraer (NYSE: ERJ) ha annunciato che l'Aviazione dell'Uruguay ha convertito le opzioni per cinque aerei A-29 Super Tucano in ordini definitivi, dopo un impegno precedente dell'agosto 2024 che includeva un ordine fermo più opzioni. L'accordo comprende attrezzature per missioni, servizi logistici integrati e un simulatore di volo come parte del programma di rinnovamento della flotta dell'Uruguay.
L'Uruguay diventa la sesta nazione in Sud America a operare l'A-29. Con questo ordine e l'acquisizione recente di A-29N da parte del Portogallo, il Super Tucano raggiunge 20 operatori in tutto il mondo con oltre 290 ordini. L'aereo offre numerose capacità di missione, tra cui supporto aereo ravvicinato, pattugliamento aereo, operazioni speciali, sorveglianza di confine e funzioni di addestramento.
Questo accordo segna un traguardo significativo, poiché coincide con il 50esimo anniversario del primo contratto di esportazione di Embraer, che era anch'esso con l'Uruguay.
Embraer (NYSE: ERJ) anunció que la Fuerza Aérea Uruguaya ha convertido opciones para cinco aviones A-29 Super Tucano en órdenes firmes, tras un compromiso previo de agosto de 2024 que incluía un pedido firme más opciones. El acuerdo incluye equipo de misión, servicios logísticos integrados y un simulador de vuelo como parte del programa de renovación de la flota de Uruguay.
Uruguay se convierte en la sexta nación de Sudamérica en operar el A-29. Con este pedido y la reciente adquisición de A-29N por parte de Portugal, el Super Tucano llega a 20 operadores en todo el mundo con más de 290 pedidos. La aeronave ofrece múltiples capacidades de misión, incluyendo apoyo aéreo cercano, patrullaje aéreo, operaciones especiales, vigilancia fronteriza y funciones de entrenamiento.
Este acuerdo marca un hito significativo ya que coincide con el 50 aniversario del primer contrato de exportación de Embraer, que también fue con Uruguay.
엠브레어 (NYSE: ERJ)는 우루과이 공군이 다섯 대의 A-29 수퍼 투카노 항공기 옵션을 확정 주문으로 전환했다고 발표했습니다. 이는 2024년 8월 이전에 있었던 하나의 확정 주문과 옵션을 포함한 약속에 따른 것입니다. 이번 계약은 우루과이의 항공기 보강 프로그램의 일환으로 미션 장비, 통합 물류 서비스, 비행 시뮬레이터를 포함하고 있습니다.
우루과이는 A-29를 운영하는 남미의 여섯 번째 국가가 됩니다. 이번 주문과 포르투갈의 최근 A-29N 인수로 인해 수퍼 투카노는 전 세계적으로 20개의 운영국에 도달하며, 290건 이상의 주문이 이루어졌습니다. 이 항공기는 근접 항공 지원, 공중 순찰, 특수 작전, 국경 감시 및 훈련 기능 등 여러 임무 능력을 제공합니다.
이번 협정은 엠브레어의 첫 수출 계약 체결 50주년 기념에 해당하는 중요한 이정표가 됩니다. 첫 수출 계약 또한 우루과이와 체결되었습니다.
Embraer (NYSE: ERJ) a annoncé que l'Armée de l'air uruguayenne a transformé des options pour cinq avions A-29 Super Tucano en commandes fermes, suite à un précédent engagement d'août 2024 qui comprenait une commande ferme plus des options. L'accord comprend l'équipement de mission, des services logistiques intégrés et un simulateur de vol dans le cadre du programme de renouvellement de la flotte de l'Uruguay.
Uruguay devient ainsi la sixième nation en Amérique du Sud à opérer l'A-29. Avec cette commande et l'acquisition récente de l'A-29N par le Portugal, le Super Tucano compte 20 opérateurs dans le monde avec plus de 290 commandes. L'avion offre de multiples capacités de mission, notamment un soutien aérien rapproché, une patrouille aérienne, des opérations spéciales, une surveillance des frontières et des fonctions de formation.
Ce contrat marque une étape importante puisqu'il coïncide avec le 50e anniversaire du premier contrat d'exportation d'Embraer, qui était également avec l'Uruguay.
Embraer (NYSE: ERJ) gab bekannt, dass die uruguayische Luftwaffe Optionen für fünf A-29 Super Tucano Flugzeuge in feste Bestellungen umgewandelt hat, nachdem bereits im August 2024 ein vorheriges Engagement mit einer festen Bestellung plus Optionen gegeben wurde. Der Deal umfasst Missionsausrüstung, integrierte Logistikdienste und einen Flugsimulator im Rahmen des Flottenerneuerungsprogramms Uruguays.
Uruguay wird die sechste Nation in Südamerika, die den A-29 betreibt. Mit dieser Bestellung und dem kürzlichen A-29N-Erwerb von Portugal erreicht der Super Tucano weltweit 20 Betreiber mit über 290 Bestellungen. Das Flugzeug bietet vielfältige Missionsfähigkeiten, einschließlich naher Luftunterstützung, Luftpatrouille, Sonderoperationen, Grenzüberwachung und Ausbildungsfunktionen.
Die Vereinbarung stellt einen bedeutenden Meilenstein dar, da sie mit dem 50. Jahrestag des ersten Exportvertrags von Embraer zusammenfällt, der ebenfalls mit Uruguay abgeschlossen wurde.
- Secured new order for 5 A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Uruguay
- Expanded global operator base to 20 customers with over 290 total orders
- Strengthened market position in South America with sixth regional customer
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This order represents a notable strategic expansion for Embraer's defense business, marking their sixth South American customer for the A-29 Super Tucano. The conversion of 5 options into firm orders, combined with the previous single aircraft order, brings the total contract to 6 aircraft for Uruguay. While the exact financial terms weren't disclosed, based on historical pricing, this deal likely represents approximately
The timing is particularly strategic as Embraer recently secured Portugal as their first NATO customer for the A-29N variant, demonstrating growing market penetration across different military segments. With 290 total orders and 20 global operators, the Super Tucano program continues to prove its commercial viability. The platform's versatility in roles ranging from training to border surveillance makes it particularly attractive for air forces with modest budgets seeking multi-role capabilities.
For investors, this order reinforces Embraer's strong position in the light attack/trainer aircraft market segment and contributes to their defense division's backlog. The deal's significance extends beyond immediate revenue, as it includes long-term logistics services that provide recurring revenue streams.
The strategic value of this acquisition extends beyond mere numbers. Uruguay's decision to standardize its fleet with the A-29 Super Tucano addresses multiple operational requirements through a single platform - a cost-effective approach for smaller air forces. The inclusion of a flight simulator particularly enhances the deal's value proposition, reducing operational training costs while maintaining pilot proficiency.
From a technical perspective, the A-29's ability to perform diverse missions - from basic training to complex border surveillance operations - makes it an ideal choice for Uruguay's modernization efforts. The aircraft's digital avionics and NATO-compatible systems ensure interoperability with regional partners and align with modern military requirements. This commonality with other South American operators (now 6 nations) creates opportunities for regional cooperation in training and maintenance support.
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"The relationship between Embraer and the Uruguayan Air Force has been growing and we are particularly pleased to announce this deal in the year in which we celebrate 50 years of Embraer's first export contract, to
"The acquisition of the A-29 Super Tucano and the flight simulator will provide
"This incorporation projects us technologically, and upon completion of the A-29 acquisition process, it allows us to face, together with Embraer, the new regional security paradigms," said Commander in Chief of the Uruguayan Air Force, General Luis H. De León.
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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.
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