Description:
The EA-6B Prowler
provides an umbrella of
protection for strike aircraft, ground troops and ships by jamming
enemy radar, electronic data links and communications.
Features
The
Prowler is a long-range, all-weather aircraft with advanced electronic
countermeasures capability. Manufactured by the Northrop Grumman
Systems Corporation, it is a twin-engine, mid-wing configured aircraft
that has a side by-side cockpit arrangement. The EA-6B war fighting
systems includes the ALQ-99 on board receiver, the ALQ-99 pod mounted
jamming system, the USQ-113 communications jamming system and the HARM
missile. Two significant upgrades now in development are the Improved
Capability (ICAP III) and the Multifunctional Information Distribution
System (MIDS). The ICAP III, approved for Low Rate Initial Production
in June 2003, upgrades the on board receiving system, providing an
accurate threat emitter geo-locator and a selective reactive jamming
capability against modern threat systems. The ICAP III upgrade includes
new cockpit displays, improved systems connectivity, and improved
system reliability. The MIDS upgrade provides the ability to receive
and utilize data via the Link 16 tactical data link. The Initial
Operational Capabilities are planned for March and November 2005,
respectively.
Background
The
primary mission of the EA-6B Prowler is Suppression of Enemy Air
Defenses in support of strike aircraft and ground troops by
interrupting enemy electronic activity and obtaining tactical
electronic intelligence within the combat area. |
WEFT Description
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- WINGS
- ENGINE
- FUSELAGE
- TAIL
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