EA-18G Growler Airborne Electronic Attack Aircraft - Navy.mil
The first Growler test aircraft went into production in October 2004 and made its first flight in August 2006.
www.navy.milElectronic attack appeared at began production in 2004; made its first flight in 2006 and initial operating capability with the U.S. Navy in 2009; initial deployments in 2010 carrying specialized jamming equipment and accompanying strike aircraft across all mission phases; Driven by dual F414-GE-400 engines; design emphasizes electronic attack while maintaining F/A-18-like performance; Primary user: U.S. Navy; continuous procurement and operational deployment of Growler aircraft.
The first Growler test aircraft went into production in October 2004 and made its first flight in August 2006.
www.navy.milA quick dive into the fighter and its 15-year history.
simpleflying.comThe Growler's flight performance is similar to that of the F/A-18E/F. This attribute enables the Growler to perform escort jamming as well as the traditional standoff jamming mission (Radar jamming and deception). Growlers will be able to accompany F/A-18s during all phases of an attack mission. In order to give the Growler more stable flight for the electronic warfare mission, Boeing changed the leading edge fairings and wing fold hinge fairings, and added wing fences and aileron "tripper...
www.savetheolympicpeninsula.orgThe Growler's flight performance is similar to that of the F/A-18E/F. This attribute enables the Growler to perform escort jamming as well as the traditional standoff jamming mission (Radar jamming and deception). Growlers will be able to accompany F/A-18s during all phases of an attack mission. In order to give the Growler more stable flight for the electronic warfare mission, Boeing changed the leading edge fairings and wing fold hinge fairings, and added wing fences and aileron "tripper...
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