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The Boeing 767 AWACS Airborne Warning and Control System.
The Boeing 767 AWACS Airborne Warning and Control System.
 Japan selected the 767 AWACS to carry out airborne surveillance and command and control (C2) operations for tactical and air defence forces.
Japan selected the 767 AWACS to carry out airborne surveillance and command and control (C2) operations for tactical and air defence forces.
 The wide-body configuration of the 767 offers 50% more floorspace and nearly twice the volume of the 707.
The wide-body configuration of the 767 offers 50% more floorspace and nearly twice the volume of the 707.
The primary radar is the AN/APY-2, which was developed for E3 AWACS by Northrop Grumman in Baltimore.
The primary radar is the AN/APY-2, which was developed for E3 AWACS by Northrop Grumman in Baltimore.
 The main AWACS operations cabin is laid out in equipment bays for communications, data and signal processing, navigation and identification equipment.
The main AWACS operations cabin is laid out in equipment bays for communications, data and signal processing, navigation and identification equipment.
 The more powerful engines on the 767 AWACS compared to the 707 allow the aircraft to carry a heavier payload, have a greater range and to fly higher.
The more powerful engines on the 767 AWACS compared to the 707 allow the aircraft to carry a heavier payload, have a greater range and to fly higher.
The A-50 aircraft is intended to detect and identify airborne objects, determine their co-ordinates and transfer the information to command posts.
The A-50 aircraft is intended to detect and identify airborne objects, determine their co-ordinates and transfer the information to command posts.
 Beriev A-50 Mainstay AEW aircraft.
Beriev A-50 Mainstay AEW aircraft.
 The A-50 carries out patrol missions at an altitude of 5,000 to 10,000 metres.
The A-50 carries out patrol missions at an altitude of 5,000 to 10,000 metres.
The Schmel M main radar is rumoured to better that of the E-3 Sentry.
The Schmel M main radar is rumoured to better that of the E-3 Sentry.
 The radar and guidance systems have the capacity to track 50 to 60 targets simultaneously and to guide 10 to 12 fighter aircraft simultaneously.
The radar and guidance systems have the capacity to track 50 to 60 targets simultaneously and to guide 10 to 12 fighter aircraft simultaneously.
 Line drawing of the A-50 Mainstay.
Line drawing of the A-50 Mainstay.
The US Air Force Airborne Laser, (ABL), designated YAL-1A, is a high-energy laser weapon system for the destruction of tactical theatre ballistic missiles.
The US Air Force Airborne Laser, (ABL), designated YAL-1A, is a high-energy laser weapon system for the destruction of tactical theatre ballistic missiles.
 The missile plume is detected by the ABL aircraft's infrared detection system at ranges up to several hundred kilometres.
The missile plume is detected by the ABL aircraft's infrared detection system at ranges up to several hundred kilometres.
 Boeing has concluded a series of wind tunnel tests on a model of a modified 747-400F freighter.
Boeing has concluded a series of wind tunnel tests on a model of a modified 747-400F freighter.
The FLM testing one of several risk reduction activities that Team ABL, Boeing, Northrop Grumman Space Technologies and Lockheed Martin have conducted.
The FLM testing one of several risk reduction activities that Team ABL, Boeing, Northrop Grumman Space Technologies and Lockheed Martin have conducted.
ABL team systems engineers examine exhaust ports on the underside of a 747-400F freighter model.
ABL team systems engineers examine exhaust ports on the underside of a 747-400F freighter model.
 Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman Space Technologies working on a scaled laser beam control system built by Lockheed Martin Missiles & Space. It demonstrates the functional performance needed for the Air Force's Airborne Laser (ABL).
Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman Space Technologies working on a scaled laser beam control system built by Lockheed Martin Missiles & Space. It demonstrates the functional performance needed for the Air Force's Airborne Laser (ABL).
Boeing is also developing the ABL battle management system and carrying out the modification of the Boeing 747-400 aircraft.
Boeing is also developing the ABL battle management system and carrying out the modification of the Boeing 747-400 aircraft.
 ATL3 on patrol.
ATL3 on patrol.
 The German Navy's Breguet 1150 Atlantique.
The German Navy's Breguet 1150 Atlantique.
Atlantique 2, one of 28 ordered by the French Navy. Their primary role is anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare.
Atlantique 2, one of 28 ordered by the French Navy. Their primary role is anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare.
 Six liquid crystal displays provide both pilots independently with the flight and systems management data.
Six liquid crystal displays provide both pilots independently with the flight and systems management data.
 The Atlantique ATL3 has four underwing hardpoints with a total capacity of 3,500 kg for carrying missiles.
The Atlantique ATL3 has four underwing hardpoints with a total capacity of 3,500 kg for carrying missiles.
The Iguane radar system supplied by Thales is a multi-mode radar. The radar has the sensitivity to detect small periscope size targets.
The Iguane radar system supplied by Thales is a multi-mode radar. The radar has the sensitivity to detect small periscope size targets.
 In its category, the ATL2 is the most modern maritime patrol aircraft in operation and remains an undisputed reference.
In its category, the ATL2 is the most modern maritime patrol aircraft in operation and remains an undisputed reference.
 The carrier-based E-2C warns of approaching air threats and passes data to fighter aircraft such as F-14 Tomcats.
The carrier-based E-2C warns of approaching air threats and passes data to fighter aircraft such as F-14 Tomcats.
E-2C Hawkeye has a distinctive 24ft diameter radome above the rear fuselage.
E-2C Hawkeye has a distinctive 24ft diameter radome above the rear fuselage.
 E-2C has an operating altitude above 25,000ft.
E-2C has an operating altitude above 25,000ft.
 The radome houses an antenna which rotates at 6rpm. One radar sweep covers six million cubic miles.
The radome houses an antenna which rotates at 6rpm. One radar sweep covers six million cubic miles.
The AN/APS-145 radar is capable of tracking more than 2,000 targets and controlling the interception of 40 hostile targets at ranges over 550km.
The AN/APS-145 radar is capable of tracking more than 2,000 targets and controlling the interception of 40 hostile targets at ranges over 550km.
 With the new engines, the E-2C can cruise on station for more than four hours, up to 200 miles from base.
With the new engines, the E-2C can cruise on station for more than four hours, up to 200 miles from base.
 Secondary roles of the E-2C Hawkeye include strike command and control, surveillance as well as guidance of search and rescue missions.
Secondary roles of the E-2C Hawkeye include strike command and control, surveillance as well as guidance of search and rescue missions.
For storage in the hangar the wings fold hydraulically to lie flat to the fuselage.
For storage in the hangar the wings fold hydraulically to lie flat to the fuselage.
 The E-2C Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft is in service with the United States Navy and six other countries.
The E-2C Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft is in service with the United States Navy and six other countries.
 The role of the E-3 is to carry out airborne surveillance, and command, control and communications (C3) functions for both tactical and air defense forces.
The role of the E-3 is to carry out airborne surveillance, and command, control and communications (C3) functions for both tactical and air defense forces.
A Block 30/35 E-3C Sentry ready to refuel.
A Block 30/35 E-3C Sentry ready to refuel.
 A United Kingdom E-3 Sentry AEW, airborne early warning aircraft.
A United Kingdom E-3 Sentry AEW, airborne early warning aircraft.
 The basic E-3 aircraft is a militarized version of the Boeing 707-320B commercial jet airframe.
The basic E-3 aircraft is a militarized version of the Boeing 707-320B commercial jet airframe.
The primary radar housed in the rotodome is the Northrop Grumman AN/APY-1/2 AWACS radar.
The primary radar housed in the rotodome is the Northrop Grumman AN/APY-1/2 AWACS radar.
 The aircraft is equipped with 14 command and control consoles fitted with high resolution colour displays supplied by Hazeltine.
The aircraft is equipped with 14 command and control consoles fitted with high resolution colour displays supplied by Hazeltine.
 France operates a fleet of 4 E-3s.
France operates a fleet of 4 E-3s.
The Royal Saudi Air Force operates a fleet of 5 E-3s.
The Royal Saudi Air Force operates a fleet of 5 E-3s.
 NATO operates a fleet of 17 E-3s.
NATO operates a fleet of 17 E-3s.
 An E-3D Sentry AWACS aircraft of the Royal Air Force operating during Operation Allied Force.
An E-3D Sentry AWACS aircraft of the Royal Air Force operating during Operation Allied Force.
The EA-6B Prowler carries out armed reconnaissance, electronic warfare and jamming operations.
The EA-6B Prowler carries out armed reconnaissance, electronic warfare and jamming operations.
 The aircraft is crewed by a pilot and three electronic countermeasures officers.
The aircraft is crewed by a pilot and three electronic countermeasures officers.
 The Prowler carries five ALQ-99 tactical jamming pods, two under each wing and one under the fuselage.
The Prowler carries five ALQ-99 tactical jamming pods, two under each wing and one under the fuselage.
The Prowler is armed with the HARM high-speed anti-radiation missile, AGM-88.
The Prowler is armed with the HARM high-speed anti-radiation missile, AGM-88.
 The primary naval role is to protect the US or allied carrier group and aircraft by countering hostile radar and by jamming enemy communications.
The primary naval role is to protect the US or allied carrier group and aircraft by countering hostile radar and by jamming enemy communications.
 For in-flight refuelling the aircraft is equipped with a refuelling probe immediately in front of the cockpit.
For in-flight refuelling the aircraft is equipped with a refuelling probe immediately in front of the cockpit.
The aircraft cruises at 775km/h (420kt) and the maximum altitude is 12,550m.
The aircraft cruises at 775km/h (420kt) and the maximum altitude is 12,550m.
 The aircraft has two Pratt & Whitney J-52 -P-408 turbojet engines each rated at 50kN.
The aircraft has two Pratt & Whitney J-52 -P-408 turbojet engines each rated at 50kN.
 The EMB-145 Erieye airborne early warning and control aircraft.
The EMB-145 Erieye airborne early warning and control aircraft.
The EMB-145 AEW&C's mission system is based on the Ericsson ERIEYE active, phased-array pulse-Doppler radar.
The EMB-145 AEW&C's mission system is based on the Ericsson ERIEYE active, phased-array pulse-Doppler radar.
 Five EMB-145 AEW&C aircraft have been delivered to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB).
Five EMB-145 AEW&C aircraft have been delivered to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB).
 The EMB-145 AEW&C has also been delivered to the Hellenic Air Force of Greece.
The EMB-145 AEW&C has also been delivered to the Hellenic Air Force of Greece.
The EMB-145 RS Remote Sensing variant for the Brazilian Government's SIVAM program.
The EMB-145 RS Remote Sensing variant for the Brazilian Government's SIVAM program.
 Eight aircraft are used for surveillance of the Amazon region of Brazil as part of the SIVAM project.
Eight aircraft are used for surveillance of the Amazon region of Brazil as part of the SIVAM project.
 The ERIEYE radar has a fixed, dual-sided and electronically scanned antenna mounted on top of the fuselage.
The ERIEYE radar has a fixed, dual-sided and electronically scanned antenna mounted on top of the fuselage.
The first AEW&C aircraft was delivered to the Brazilian Air Force in July 2002.
The first AEW&C aircraft was delivered to the Brazilian Air Force in July 2002.
 The EMB-145 AEW&C is a derivative of the Embraer ERJ-145 regional jetliner airframe.
The EMB-145 AEW&C is a derivative of the Embraer ERJ-145 regional jetliner airframe.
 The E-8C aircraft is the airborne element of the US JSTARS battlefield management and peacekeeping system.
The E-8C aircraft is the airborne element of the US JSTARS battlefield management and peacekeeping system.
JSTARS aircraft layout schematic.
JSTARS aircraft layout schematic.
 The Boeing 707 is capable of carrying the 8m antenna and not encounter problems with radar coverage or aerodynamic performance.
The Boeing 707 is capable of carrying the 8m antenna and not encounter problems with radar coverage or aerodynamic performance.
 The phased array antenna is tilted mechanically about its longitudinal axis to scan in elevation, but relies on electronics for azimuth.
The phased array antenna is tilted mechanically about its longitudinal axis to scan in elevation, but relies on electronics for azimuth.
At these consoles operators track ground targets using the many moving target indicator and synthetic aperture radar capabilities of JSTARS.
At these consoles operators track ground targets using the many moving target indicator and synthetic aperture radar capabilities of JSTARS.
 JSTARS has a flight endurance of 11 hours, or 20 hours with in-flight refuelling.
JSTARS has a flight endurance of 11 hours, or 20 hours with in-flight refuelling.
 Operators workstations are Raytheon-militarised versions of the DEC Alpha system and use Windows to make their tasks easier and faster.
Operators workstations are Raytheon-militarised versions of the DEC Alpha system and use Windows to make their tasks easier and faster.
This hand-held terminal unit was used to send targeting data to the head-up display of an F-16.
This hand-held terminal unit was used to send targeting data to the head-up display of an F-16.
 Joint STARS provides seamless connectivity between air and land component forces.
Joint STARS provides seamless connectivity between air and land component forces.
 Nimrod MRA4 will be the UK RAF Maritime Patrol Aircraft. (seen here at roll-out in August 2002)
Nimrod MRA4 will be the UK RAF Maritime Patrol Aircraft. (seen here at roll-out in August 2002)
Computer generated image of the Nimrod MRA4 flight deck.
Computer generated image of the Nimrod MRA4 flight deck.
 18 Nimrod MR Mk 2 aircraft are being rebuilt to Nimrod MRA4 specifications, including new mission, sensor and avionics systems.
18 Nimrod MR Mk 2 aircraft are being rebuilt to Nimrod MRA4 specifications, including new mission, sensor and avionics systems.
 The Nimrod MRA4 Weapon System Integration Rig (WSIR).
The Nimrod MRA4 Weapon System Integration Rig (WSIR).
The main roles of Nimrod MRA4 are maritime reconnaissance, anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface unit warfare and search and rescue (computer-generated graphic).
The main roles of Nimrod MRA4 are maritime reconnaissance, anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface unit warfare and search and rescue (computer-generated graphic).
 The PA2 development aircraft under construction at BAE Systems Woodford, September 2003.
The PA2 development aircraft under construction at BAE Systems Woodford, September 2003.
 View of the Nimrod MRA4 aft cabin, PA1 development aircraft, July 2003.
View of the Nimrod MRA4 aft cabin, PA1 development aircraft, July 2003.
The MRA4 rear crew trainer being produced at BAE Warton.
The MRA4 rear crew trainer being produced at BAE Warton.
 Power on for the first aircraft (PA1) was achieved in December 2001.
Power on for the first aircraft (PA1) was achieved in December 2001.
 The P-3C Orion is the US Navy's maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft.
The P-3C Orion is the US Navy's maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft.
US Navy P-3Cs are armed with the Harpoon anti-ship and stand-off land attack missile.
US Navy P-3Cs are armed with the Harpoon anti-ship and stand-off land attack missile.
 The latest aircraft are equipped with Raytheon AN/APS-137(V) multi-mission surveillance radar.
The latest aircraft are equipped with Raytheon AN/APS-137(V) multi-mission surveillance radar.
 The P-3C is capable of maritime patrol missions up to 14 hours long.
The P-3C is capable of maritime patrol missions up to 14 hours long.
The ASW equipment includes AN/AAR-78(V) sonobuoys, AN/ASQ-81 magnetic anomaly detectors and AN/ASA-65 magnetic compensator.
The ASW equipment includes AN/AAR-78(V) sonobuoys, AN/ASQ-81 magnetic anomaly detectors and AN/ASA-65 magnetic compensator.
 The Airborne Stand-Off Radar (ASTOR) for the Royal Air Force and the British Army.
The Airborne Stand-Off Radar (ASTOR) for the Royal Air Force and the British Army.
 The ASTOR is to be known as Sentinel R1 in RAF service.
The ASTOR is to be known as Sentinel R1 in RAF service.
High-speed data links transmit data from the aircraft to ground stations in near real-time.
High-speed data links transmit data from the aircraft to ground stations in near real-time.
 The first flight of a Global Express jet configured as an ASTOR platform took place in August 2001.
The first flight of a Global Express jet configured as an ASTOR platform took place in August 2001.
 ASTOR detects vehicles and equipment in motion.
ASTOR detects vehicles and equipment in motion.
ASTOR detects moving vehicles over broad areas.
ASTOR detects moving vehicles over broad areas.
 The Global Express is the platform for the UK ASTOR.
The Global Express is the platform for the UK ASTOR.
 20ft transportable shelters are provided for operational level ground stations.
20ft transportable shelters are provided for operational level ground stations.
ASTOR's BR710 two-shaft turbofan engine (Rolls-Royce).
ASTOR's BR710 two-shaft turbofan engine (Rolls-Royce).
 The Global Express aircraft is modified to accommodate radars and communications systems for ASTOR.
The Global Express aircraft is modified to accommodate radars and communications systems for ASTOR.
 The ASTOR aircraft flies at an altitude of 15,000m for maximum ground radar surveillance coverage.
The ASTOR aircraft flies at an altitude of 15,000m for maximum ground radar surveillance coverage.
Mineseeker is an airship-based mine detection system with optical, electro-optical and ground penetrating radar sensors, which has been trialled in Kosovo by the UN.
Mineseeker is an airship-based mine detection system with optical, electro-optical and ground penetrating radar sensors, which has been trialled in Kosovo by the UN.
 The two engines with propellers are mounted to the rear of the gondola. The large white structure at the front of the gondola is the ultra wide band synthetic aperture radar. The two handling ropes or handling lines are suspended from the front of the airship.
The two engines with propellers are mounted to the rear of the gondola. The large white structure at the front of the gondola is the ultra wide band synthetic aperture radar. The two handling ropes or handling lines are suspended from the front of the airship.
 The mooring mast on the left side of the photograph can be erected in 20 minutes so the airship is easily positioned close to the area of interest.
The mooring mast on the left side of the photograph can be erected in 20 minutes so the airship is easily positioned close to the area of interest.
This photograph taken from the airship in Kosovo shows the boundaries of a minefield delineated by
This photograph taken from the airship in Kosovo shows the boundaries of a minefield delineated by "dragon teeth" markers. The concrete dragon teeth blocks are positioned by the forces that have laid the minefield.
 The Mineseeker airship is seen at the KFOR base in Podujevo in Kosovo. The Mineseeker team were hosted by the Prince of Wales Royal Regiment and by the Royal Engineers.
The Mineseeker airship is seen at the KFOR base in Podujevo in Kosovo. The Mineseeker team were hosted by the Prince of Wales Royal Regiment and by the Royal Engineers.
 The Wescam camera with a stabilised gimbal mount is on the front of the gondola.
The Wescam camera with a stabilised gimbal mount is on the front of the gondola.
The radar image confirms a suspected buried hand grenade at a live mine site of the United Nations Mine Action Co-ordination Centre in Kosovo.
The radar image confirms a suspected buried hand grenade at a live mine site of the United Nations Mine Action Co-ordination Centre in Kosovo.
 The U-2 high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft, also known as the 'Dragon Lady'.
The U-2 high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft, also known as the 'Dragon Lady'.
 The U-2 flies at 70,000ft (21,336m), gathering surveillance and signals intelligence data in real time from anywhere in the world.
The U-2 flies at 70,000ft (21,336m), gathering surveillance and signals intelligence data in real time from anywhere in the world.
The U-2 can carry a variety of payloads including electro-optic and radar sensors or a signals intelligence suite.
The U-2 can carry a variety of payloads including electro-optic and radar sensors or a signals intelligence suite.
 The U-2 upgraded RAMP cockpit.
The U-2 upgraded RAMP cockpit.
 The U-2ST trainer with dual cockpit.
The U-2ST trainer with dual cockpit.
The NASA ER-2 scientific research aircraft flying over the Golden Gate bridge.
The NASA ER-2 scientific research aircraft flying over the Golden Gate bridge.
 The U-2 has an enormous wing area of 1000ft².
The U-2 has an enormous wing area of 1000ft².
 The U-2 taking off.
The U-2 taking off.
The U-2 fitted with the datalink for signals intelligence in a dorsal pod.
The U-2 fitted with the datalink for signals intelligence in a dorsal pod.
 There are 32 U-2S aircraft in the US Air Force fleet.
There are 32 U-2S aircraft in the US Air Force fleet.
 NASA's ER-2 carries scientific payloads of up to 2,600lbs.
NASA's ER-2 carries scientific payloads of up to 2,600lbs.
The Spanish built CN-235MP Persuader in service with the Irish Air Corps.
The Spanish built CN-235MP Persuader in service with the Irish Air Corps.
 The CN-235MP has been ordered by the Turkish Navy and Coastguard.
The CN-235MP has been ordered by the Turkish Navy and Coastguard.
 The cockpit of the CN235MP.
The cockpit of the CN235MP.
Irish CN-235MP seen here with a Spanish Santa Maria Class frigate.
Irish CN-235MP seen here with a Spanish Santa Maria Class frigate.
 Over 230 of all versions of CN-235 are in service and have accumulated more than 500,000 flight hours.
Over 230 of all versions of CN-235 are in service and have accumulated more than 500,000 flight hours.
 The aircraft has been developed by CASA EADS in Spain and Dirgantra in Indonesia, with different mission system fits.
The aircraft has been developed by CASA EADS in Spain and Dirgantra in Indonesia, with different mission system fits.
The aircraft is powered by two GE CT&-9C3 turboprop engines, each developing 1,305kW.
The aircraft is powered by two GE CT&-9C3 turboprop engines, each developing 1,305kW.
 Six Boeing AEW&C Wedgetail systems have been ordered for the Royal Australian Air Force.
Six Boeing AEW&C Wedgetail systems have been ordered for the Royal Australian Air Force.
 The first two aircraft are being completed by Boeing in the USA; the remainder will be modified in Australia.
The first two aircraft are being completed by Boeing in the USA; the remainder will be modified in Australia.
The AEW&C Peace Eagle for Turkey.
The AEW&C Peace Eagle for Turkey.
 The Boeing 737 aircraft being modified for Project Wedgetail.
The Boeing 737 aircraft being modified for Project Wedgetail.
 Diagram of the internal layout of the Boeing 737 AEW&C, showing location of mission systems and radar.
Diagram of the internal layout of the Boeing 737 AEW&C, showing location of mission systems and radar.
The Boeing 737 AEW&C aircraft for the Royal Australian AF, with its distinctive 'Top Hat' radome for the Northrop Grumman MESA Multi-role Electronically Scanned Array radar.
The Boeing 737 AEW&C aircraft for the Royal Australian AF, with its distinctive 'Top Hat' radome for the Northrop Grumman MESA Multi-role Electronically Scanned Array radar.
 The advanced flight deck of the Boeing 737-700.
The advanced flight deck of the Boeing 737-700.
 The aircraft selected for the Wedgetail is the 737-700 Increased Gross Weight variant (IGW), based on the airframe of the Boeing Business Jet.
The aircraft selected for the Wedgetail is the 737-700 Increased Gross Weight variant (IGW), based on the airframe of the Boeing Business Jet.
The 737 AEW&C is powered by the same CFM56-7 engines as the BBJ. Operating altitude is between 30,000ft and 40,000ft and maximum cruise speed is Mach 0.82 (550mph).
The 737 AEW&C is powered by the same CFM56-7 engines as the BBJ. Operating altitude is between 30,000ft and 40,000ft and maximum cruise speed is Mach 0.82 (550mph).
 C-212-400 is a development of the C-212, of which over 460 aircraft have been delivered.
C-212-400 is a development of the C-212, of which over 460 aircraft have been delivered.
The Patrullero maritime patrol version is equipped with 360° search radar, satellite data transmission and camera systems.
The Patrullero maritime patrol version is equipped with 360° search radar, satellite data transmission and camera systems.
Venezuelan Navy C-212-400 Patrullero for maritime patrol.
Venezuelan Navy C-212-400 Patrullero for maritime patrol.
Two C-212-400 military transport aircraft are in service with the Dominican Air Force.
Two C-212-400 military transport aircraft are in service with the Dominican Air Force.
C-212-400 has a cruise speed of 300km/h and cruise altitude of 3,300m.
C-212-400 has a cruise speed of 300km/h and cruise altitude of 3,300m.
Cockpit of a Venezuelan Navy C-212-400 Patrullero.
Cockpit of a Venezuelan Navy C-212-400 Patrullero.
The C-212-400 transporter and surveillance aircraft.
The C-212-400 transporter and surveillance aircraft.
Venezuelan Navy C-212-400 Patrullero. A search radar is fitted in a radome on the underside of the fuselage.
Venezuelan Navy C-212-400 Patrullero. A search radar is fitted in a radome on the underside of the fuselage.
C-212-400 can carry a maximum payload of nearly 3t.
C-212-400 can carry a maximum payload of nearly 3t.
The S100B Argus Airborne Early Warning and Control Aircraft entered service with the Swedish Air Force in 1997.
The S100B Argus Airborne Early Warning and Control Aircraft entered service with the Swedish Air Force in 1997.
The mission radar is the Saab Erieye Side-Looking Airborne Radar (SLAR). Erieye is a long-range pulse Doppler radar, fitted with fixed active phased array antenna.
The mission radar is the Saab Erieye Side-Looking Airborne Radar (SLAR). Erieye is a long-range pulse Doppler radar, fitted with fixed active phased array antenna.
The 9m-long, 900kg antenna unit is mounted on the upper spine of the fuselage and gives the aircraft its distinctive appearance.
The 9m-long, 900kg antenna unit is mounted on the upper spine of the fuselage and gives the aircraft its distinctive appearance.
The airframe is a modified Saab 340B, which is the hot and high variant of the Saab 340 regional aircraft, powered by GE CT-9B engines.
The airframe is a modified Saab 340B, which is the hot and high variant of the Saab 340 regional aircraft, powered by GE CT-9B engines.
The Saab Erieye radar is also in service with the air forces of Brazil and Greece as the EMB-145 AEW&C, based on the Embraer ERJ-145 regional jetliner airframe.
The Saab Erieye radar is also in service with the air forces of Brazil and Greece as the EMB-145 AEW&C, based on the Embraer ERJ-145 regional jetliner airframe.
In commercial use, the Saab 340B turboprop has completed over 10 million flights and has been in service since 1990.
In commercial use, the Saab 340B turboprop has completed over 10 million flights and has been in service since 1990.
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