Paris, June 19, 2025 – During the Paris Air Show, Embraer proudly marks a major milestone: the A-29 Super Tucano fleet has surpassed 600,000 flight hours, confirming the aircraft’s leadership in the light attack, reconnaissance, and training turboprop segment.
Selected by 22 air forces around the world, with over 290 units ordered, the A-29 continues to prove its worth in real-world combat and multirole operations in some of the world’s most demanding environments.
“The A-29 remains unmatched in its class—combat-proven, versatile, and built for the 21st century,” said Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security.
Built for Every Mission
The A-29 is in active use for:
- Advanced Pilot Training
- Close Air Support (CAS)
- Armed ISR
- Border Surveillance
- Air Interdiction
- Reconnaissance
- Air Escort
- JTAC Training
Its latest NATO-compliant version, the A-29N Super Tucano, recently acquired by Portugal, features:
- NATO-interoperable comms & avionics
- Enhanced sensors and HMI systems
- Compatibility with austere environments and unpaved runways
With its low life-cycle cost, easy maintenance, and exceptional operational flexibility, the Super Tucano continues to stand out as the light attack aircraft of choice in its category.
