Brazilian Air Force gets second upgraded E-99M

Busy times at Anápolis, where the Força Aerea Brasileira's (FAB, Brazil Air Force) Ala 2 not only received its fourth KC-390 but also the second upgraded E-99M.

The Embraer was handed over on 18 December 2020.

This platform is based on the Embraer 145 jet and 6703 was formerly known as R-99A and later E-99. It is tasked with Airborne Early Warning and Control and has a distinctive roof mounted Erieye radar beam.

Operating unit is 2°/6°GAv, the second squadron of the sixt air group 'Guardiao' (guardian).

Photo: FAB