The government of Panama has announced the signing of a contract with Embraer for the purchase of four turboprop A-29 Super Tucano aircraft. The new aircraft will be included in the National Aviation Protection Service (Senan) and will mainly be used for air patrols, reconnaissance missions and the protection of national borders.
With this purchase, Panama becomes the eighth country in Latin America to use the model, in addition to Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay and the Dominican Republic.
Established leadership
The Super Tucano is currently considered the world leader in his category. The aircraft has collected more than 600,000 flying hours, is present in 22 countries and is known as a versatile, economic and reliable aircraft. Designed for several mission profiles, ranging from air patrols and combating illegal activities to the training of military pilots, the Super Tucano distinguishes itself through its flexibility, low operational costs and high reliability.
Reinforcement of national security
The purchase is part of Panama’s program to strengthen national security and to expand the operational capacities of its protection services. With the arrival of the Super Tucano, the country hopes to increase its responsiveness against air threats and cross -border illegal activities, guaranteeing greater sovereignty and territory control.
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