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The Portuguese Air Force's first A-29N Super Tucano arrive at OGMA's facilities
September 01, 2025
Aircraft are part of a contract for the acquisition of 12 A-29N Super Tucano by the Portuguese Air Force (PRT AF)
FAP is the launch customer for the new variant of the A-29 that meets NATO standards
Aircraft are part of a contract for the acquisition of 12 A-29N Super Tucano by the Portuguese Air Force (PRT AF)
FAP is the launch customer for the new variant of the A-29 that meets NATO standards
Gavião Peixoto, Brazil, September 1, 2025 – Embraer (NYSE: ERJ/ B3: EMBR3), one of the global leaders in the aerospace industry, carried out the transfer flight of the first A-29N Super Tucano to OGMA, in Portugal. The first three aircraft, which landed yesterday at the facilities in Alverca do Ribatejo, district of Lisbon, will now receive the necessary equipment to operate in accordance with the operational requirements of NATO and Portugal.
"The acquisition of the A-29N Super Tucano reinforces FAP's confidence in Embraer products. We are sure that these aircraft have contributed even more to the modernization of the Portuguese fleet and to broader cooperation with the local industry," said Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security.
The first three aircraft have landed in Portugal just eight months after the contract signature between the State of Portugal and Embraer, evidencing the unmatched customer focus and flexibility in deliveries that Embraer offers.
The A-29 Super Tucano is the global leader in its category with more than 600,000 flight hours. Currently, 22 air forces have selected the Super Tucano and other nations have already shown their interest in the platform due to its unmatched combination of capabilities, making it the most cost-effective option in the market.
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 Advanced Pilot Training, CAS, Air Patrol, Air Interdiction, JTAC Training, Armed ISR, Border Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Air Escort.
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 reduced maintenance requirements and offers high levels of reliability, availability, and structural integrity with low life cycle costs.
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About Embraer
A global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, Embraer operates in the Commercial Aviation, Executive Aviation, Defense & Security and Agricultural Aviation segments. The Company designs, develops, manufactures and markets aircraft and systems, and provides after-sales Services & Support to customers.
Since its foundation in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than 9,000 aircraft. On average, every 10 seconds, an aircraft manufactured by Embraer takes off from somewhere in the world, transporting more than 150 million passengers annually.
Embraer is a leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 150 seats and the main exporter of high value-added goods in Brazil. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service centers and parts distribution, among other activities, in the Americas, Africa, Asia and Europe.
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