The newest Super Tucano took its first flight for the Nigerian Air Force program, Embraer and Sierra Nevada Corporation announced on April 17. Embraer Defense & Security joined forces with SNC on the project, which is undergoing testing at the venture’s production facility in Jacksonville, Florida. The A-29 Super Tucano is the first of 12 aircraft in production for the program.
Super Tucano Takes First Flight for Nigerian Air Force Program
Key Takeaways:
- The first A-29 Super Tucano for the Nigerian Air Force's 12-aircraft program successfully completed its inaugural flight on April 17.
- Embraer and Sierra Nevada Corporation are collaborating on the production and testing of these light attack aircraft at their facility in Jacksonville, Florida.
- Awarded in December 2018, the program aims to provide the Nigerian Air Force with cost-effective aircraft suitable for combat flight training and other missions.
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