767 (AEW)
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The Boeing 767 Airborne Early Warning (AEW) is a large, long-range aircraft based on the Boeing 767 airliner, designed to provide airborne surveillance, command, control, and communication capabilities. It is equipped with a powerful radar system to detect and track airborne and surface targets, facilitating air defense and battlefield management.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| Introduced | 1998 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 850 km/h |
| Range | 10,200 km |
| Crew | 12 |
| Weight | 179 t |
History
Developed in the US by Boeing in 1998, this system provides crucial aerial surveillance and battle management capabilities.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | 4 | confirmed |
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