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The National Interest on MSN13d
America Just Can’t Get Rid of Its Ancient E-3 AWACS Planes
The E-3 Sentry is far past its sell-by date—but with the need for AWACS persisting and no alternative in sight, the Air Force ...
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Boeing E-3 Sentry: America’s Ultimate Spy Plane
The Boeing E-3 Sentry isn’t just a plane - it’s a high-tech command center in the sky. Known as AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System), this aircraft is the backbone of U.S. military ...
The Aviationist on MSN7d
U.S. Air Force Considers Upgrades for E-7 Wedgetail
Even before delivery, new technologies are being investigated for possible integration on the USAF’s future E-7 Wedgetail ...
The National Interest on MSN8d
The E-7 Wedgetail Hasn’t Joined the Air Force Yet—and It’s Already on Its Way Out
The E-7 is considered a stop-gap measure; its missions will likely be shifted to space-based platforms in the 2030s, and the ...