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Embraer Adds Counter-Drone Capability to A-29 Super Tucano Using Existing Sensors and Systems

The enhanced configuration includes datalinks for receiving initial target coordinates, EO/IR sensors for laser tracking and designation, and both laser-guided rockets and wing-mounted .50 calibre machine guns to neutralise drone threats. The new concept of operations will be available to all current and future operators of the A-29 Super Tucano.     “We continue to expand the A-29’s capabilities to address the most recent challenges faced by ma…
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At the end of yesterday’s day, Embraer announced he is working on the A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft in order to expand its capabilities for the fight against drones. The Brazilian aerospace company aims to incorporate solutions based on existing sensors and systems and already available for the aircraft. [...] The entry The Embraer A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft will incorporate capabilities for the fight against drones aparec…

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In 2019, then-President of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro, announced that Ukraine was considering acquiring EMB 314 Super Tucano light attack aircraft and C-390 Millennium transport aircraft from Embraer. However, no contract was subsequently signed. Nevertheless, while Kyiv aims to expand its fleet of fighter jets... This article, "Brazilian Embraer wants to equip its A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft with anti-drone capabilities," first appeared…

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Air Data News broke the news in on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
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