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world10 days ago•3 min saved

Iran strikes US AWACS at Saudi base, testing airpower resilience

A US E-3 Sentry AWACS was destroyed during an Iranian strike on Prince Sultan airbase in Saudi Arabia, highlighting Iran's ability to hit high-value airpower assets and raising questions about protection of aging radar platforms; Ukrainian president Zelenskiy cited alleged pre-attack spy-satellite imagery of the base, a claim Moscow denies; the strike fits a pattern of targeting airpower enablers and could impact US-Israeli operations in the region.

via The Guardian|

#awacs #e-3-sentry #intelligence

defense12 days ago•6 min saved

Iranian Strike on Prince Sultan Base Seen Destroying US E-3 AWACS, Satellite Evidence Emerges

Iran’s March 27 strike on Prince Sultan Air Base reportedly destroyed a U.S. E-3 Sentry AWACS on the base’s main apron, with ground photos and satellite imagery supporting the damage; the attack underscores vulnerabilities of aging airborne early-warning assets and bases, as the U.S. weighs hardened shelters and interim sensors amid a dwindling E-3 fleet and ongoing regional operations.

via The War Zone|

#awacs #defense #e-3-sentry

world13 days ago•8 min saved

Iran escalates Gulf confrontation by targeting AWACS and refuelers

Since the US-Israel campaign against Iran began, Tehran has stepped up attacks on US assets in the Gulf, including strikes in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait that reportedly damaged KC-135 tankers and an E-3 AWACS, wounded US service members, and targeted radar and THAAD facilities; analysts warn the loss of AWACS would create surveillance gaps while the US seeks replacements like the E-7 Wedgetail; the flare-up has boosted oil prices and raised concerns of broader operations.

via Al Jazeera|

#awacs #gulf-of-hormuz #iran

world-news13 days ago•8 min saved

Iran Claims Major Blow to US AWACS in Saudi Base Strike

Iran says it hit Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia with missiles and drones, claiming significant damage to a U.S. E-3 AWACS and other assets. The attack reportedly involved six ballistic missiles and 29 drones, with initial casualty reports ranging from 10 to 15 U.S. personnel wounded; CENTCOM has not commented on the incident.

via ndtv.com|

#awacs #iran #prince-sultan-air-base

military1 month ago•13 min saved

Aging AWACS Fleet Highlights Readiness Gap Ahead of Iran Crisis

Amid tensions with Iran, the U.S. Air Force has deployed six of 16 E-3 Sentry AWACS to Europe and likely the Middle East, signaling heavy reliance on an aging, limited fleet and ongoing readiness gaps. The move comes as lawmakers debated replacing the E-3s with E-7 Wedgetails, a program stalled for years, raising concerns about coverage—especially in the Indo-Pacific—and prompting consideration of space-based sensing as a long-term substitute.

via The War Zone|

#awacs #e-3-sentry #iran

world1 month ago•8 min saved

Six F-22 Raptors Arrive in UK Ahead of Broad Middle East Military Buildup

Six F-22 Raptors landed at RAF Lakenheath as part of a broader U.S. buildup toward the Middle East, with a second six aircraft due to arrive soon. The deployment includes additional fighters and support aircraft (F-16s, F-35s, EA-18G Growlers, AWACS, BACN, U-2) headed to CENTCOM, signaling possible preparation for action against Iran while U.S.–Iran talks and regional tensions unfold.

via The Aviationist|

#awacs #f-22-raptor #iran

defense9 months ago•5 min saved

NATO Air Patrols Safeguard Leaders

The article describes a French military air policing mission during the NATO summit in The Hague, highlighting the use of AWACS aircraft to secure the skies, monitor Russian aircraft, and ensure the safety of world leaders, while also discussing NATO's broader air defense strategies and future equipment upgrades.

via politico.eu|

#air-policing #awacs #defense

defense2 years ago•2 min saved

"NATO Upgrades Surveillance Fleet with Modified Boeing 737, Retires AWACS Jets"

NATO plans to replace its aging fleet of AWACS surveillance planes, which have been in service since the 1980s, with a militarized version of the Boeing 737 commercial jet. The new aircraft, called the Boeing E-7 A Wedgetail, will have better capabilities and be more expensive than their predecessors. The contract is expected to be signed in 2024, with the first jet ready for operational duty by 2031. The AWACS planes have been crucial for NATO's collective defense, providing surveillance and control capabilities in conflicts and supporting missions in various regions. The decision to replace the fleet of 14 AWACS planes with only six Wedgetail jets was not specified, but the new aircraft will enhance NATO's surveillance capabilities in a more unstable world.

via Reuters|

#awacs #boeing-737 #defense