Airborne Warning And Control System (AWACS)
Aircraft fitted with long-range radar used to carry out airborne surveillance and command, control and communications functions for both tactical and air defence forces from high altitude. AWACS systems can simultaneously detect and track air, sea and ground targets. Examples of AWACS systems include Boeing's 767 AWACS and E-3 AWACS.
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Communications, Navigation and Identification
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