The A-29 does have some positive features that encourage comparisons to the A-10, and these are why the turboprop contracts ...

It's an irresponsible—insane, even—suggestion that the A-29 Super Tucano should replace the A-10 Warthog. For starters, the A-10 is a jet-powered bird surrounded in a blanket of heavy armor.

Embraer S.A. ERJ recently received a contract from an unnamed client to provide six light-attack and advanced trainer A-29 Super Tucano Aircraft. The delivery of this order is planned for 2026 and ...