Summary Uruguay's acquisition of A-29 Super Tucanos marks its first new combat aircraft in over four decades, enhancing national security. The aircraft's versatility makes it ideal for border surveillance and battling illegal activities, with over 160 in service in South America. Uruguay's decision to rely on Brazilian technology for airspace surveillance demonstrates faith in the A-29 Super Tucano's capabilities.
Embraer has revealed the sale of up to six A-29 Super Tucanos to the Uruguayan Air Force (FAU). The agreement entails a firm commitment to one aircraft - plus equipment, logistics services and a flight simulator - and options for an additional five airframes. Embraer sells six Super Tucanos to Uruguay The contract will see deliveries begin in 2025, with Uruguay becoming the sixth South American operator of the Super Tucano, alongside Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador and Paraguay.
The modern light attack aircraft has received praise for its versatile range of capabilities, including close air support, patrol, ISR, forward air controller (FAC), air and tactical coordinator (TAC), operational training and much more. Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security, commented, "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, Uruguay will have differentiated capabilities that wil.