The government of Panama has announced the signing of a contract with Embraer for the purchase of four A-29 Super Tucano turboprop aircraft. The new planes will be incorporated into the National Aeronautical Protection Service (SENAN) and will serve primarily in aerial patrol, reconnaissance missions, and the protection of the country’s borders.
With this acquisition, Panama becomes the eighth Latin American country to adopt the model, joining Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay, and the Dominican Republic.
Consolidated Leadership
The Super Tucano is currently considered the world leader in its category. It has logged more than 600,000 flight hours, operates in 22 countries, and has built a reputation as a versatile, economical, and reliable aircraft. Designed for multiple mission profiles, it ranges from aerial patrol and combating illicit activities to training military pilots, standing out for its flexibility, low operating cost, and high reliability.
Strengthening National Security
The purchase is part of Panama’s program to strengthen its national security and expand the operational capabilities of its protection forces. With the arrival of the Super Tucanos, the country expects to enhance its response capacity against aerial threats and cross-border illicit activities, ensuring greater sovereignty and territorial surveillance.
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