To extend its service life, the EMB-312F Tucano has a strengthened wing. Other features of the French Air Force variant are a ventral airbrake and 37 Sextant instruments.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Embraer EMB-312 / AT-27 Tucano - БразилияBrazil - 1980

Formation flying is an important element of student training.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Embraer EMB-312 / AT-27 Tucano - БразилияBrazil - 1980

Removal of the engine cowling provides excellent access to the Tucano’s Pratt & Whitney PT6A-25C turboprop engine.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Embraer EMB-312 / AT-27 Tucano - БразилияBrazil - 1980

Students usually find landing the most difficult phase of flying to grasp, but the Tucano’s wide-spaced undercarriage and docile handling characteristics ease the task.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Embraer EMB-312 / AT-27 Tucano - БразилияBrazil - 1980

This view of the Tucano’s tandem seat arrangement illustrates the instructor’s raised rear seat, which gives enhanced visibility.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Embraer EMB-312 / AT-27 Tucano - БразилияBrazil - 1980

To provide air experience for cadets, and officer continuation training, the Ecole de I'Air operates five TB.30 Epsilons.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: SOCATA TB-30 Epsilon - ФранцияFrance - 1979