The Panamanian National Air and Naval Service (SENAN) has selected Embraer’s Super Tucano as its surveillance and protection platform.
The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer has received an order for a fleet of four A-29s to strengthen the country’s national security operations. The announcement was made at the LAAD Defense & Security exhibition in Rio de Janeiro, which runs through April 4.
“It is an honor for Embraer to have its aircraft selected by the Panamanian National Air and Naval Service and the Ministry of Public Security,” said Bosco da Costa Junior, CEO of Embraer Defense & Security. “The Super Tucano is a state-of-the-art aircraft in its category and will undoubtedly enhance Panama’s surveillance, reconnaissance, and protection capabilities.”
“Embraer is a strong ally in supporting Panama’s mission to preserve its national sovereignty and guarantee the protection of its natural resources and rights,” he added.
With this selection, Panama becomes the eighth Latin American country to adopt the Super Tucano, joining Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay, and the Dominican Republic. These aircraft will support Panama’s initiative to strengthen and expand its operational capabilities as part of an ongoing national security project.
The Super Tucano has now received more than 290 orders from 20 air forces worldwide. According to Embraer, additional nations have already expressed interest in the platform.
Key Takeaways
- Panama has ordered four Embraer A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to enhance its national security, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities.
- With this acquisition, Panama becomes the eighth Latin American nation to adopt the Super Tucano platform, joining Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay, and the Dominican Republic.
- The Super Tucano has secured more than 290 orders from 20 air forces globally, demonstrating its widespread adoption as a versatile light attack and surveillance aircraft.
- Embraer reports additional countries have expressed interest in the platform, indicating potential market growth for this military aircraft.
