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Air Force Taps Sierra Nevada and Embraer Defense & Security for Additional A-29 Aircraft

Air Force Taps Sierra Nevada and Embraer Defense & Security for Additional A-29 Aircraft - top government contractors - best government contracting event
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Air Force Taps Sierra Nevada and Embraer Defense & Security for Additional A-29 Aircraft - top government contractors - best government contracting eventSierra Nevada Corporation and Embraer Defense & Security have received orders from the U.S. Air Force to deliver six additional A-29 Super Tucano aircraft in support of the A-29 Afghanistan Program.

Embraer said Wednesday the aircraft units will be manufactured in  Jacksonville, Florida.

The addition brings the program’s total aircraft count to 26.

The A-29 is a light attack aircraft that employs electronic, electro-optic, infrared, laser and radio systems; and a high munition capacity to perform in extreme climates and rugged terrain.

It is primarily used for training and reconnaissance operations.

The USAF-certified aircraft is used by 13 air forces worldwide and has been employed in Afghanistan operations since 2016.

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Written by Nichols Martin

a staff writer at Executive Mosaic, produces articles on the federal government's technology and business interests. The coverage of these articles include government contracting, cybersecurity, information technology, health care and national security.

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