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Embraer Delivers A-29N Super Tucanos to Portugal, Boosts Defense

12/25/2025

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Embraer delivered five A-29N Super Tucano aircraft to the Portuguese Air Force on December 24.
The delivery supports a €200 million deal for 12 aircraft.
A Letter of Intent outlines a potential A-29N assembly line in Portugal to bolster Europe’s defense industry.
The A-29N, tailored for NATO, will support Advanced Pilot Training and Close Air Support, restoring training after the Alpha Jet’s 2018 retirement.

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Embraer delivered five A-29N Super Tucano aircraft to the Portuguese Air Force on December 24.
The delivery supports a €200 million deal for 12 aircraft.
A Letter of Intent outlines a potential A-29N assembly line in Portugal to bolster Europe’s defense industry.
The A-29N, tailored for NATO, will support Advanced Pilot Training and Close Air Support, restoring training after the Alpha Jet’s 2018 retirement.