A necessidade da aviação de patrulha para a manutenção da Defesa Nacional

Abstract

This monograph deals with the importance of the Brazilian Air Force Patrol Aviation in the control of the Brazilian Juridical Waters, presenting characteristics of the aircraft as well as the kinds of actions in which they are employed. Concern arises with the end of the life cycles of the P-3AM and P-95BM aircraft projects by 2030. In addition to the equipment that makes up the aircraft, several economic aspects of the Amazônia Azul, such as national dependence on international trade by maritime modal, as well as mineral wealth from ocean prospects, such as over 95% oil extraction and 80% natural gas. It also presents the high strategic potential for ocean mining, mainly at the Elevação Rio Grande region, where the presence of deposits of various minerals has already been verified. With the understanding of the possibilities, the work shows how a fixed-wing aircraft dissuades in the fight against environmental crimes, illegal fishing, drug traffic and especially in the sovereignty of the country. In this case, based on the capabilities of the equipment installed on the aircraft and the existence of modern weapons, such as missiles purchased for the P-3AM aircraft. With the aspects mentioned, it was shown the relevance of considering the replacement of the current aircraft as a strategic project for the Ministry of Defense, which would include the maintenance of national sovereignty and give greater security in international trade operations.