MilitaryE-7A (AEW)
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The E-7A Wedgetail is an Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft derived from the Boeing 737 Next Generation commercial airliner. It provides airborne surveillance, command, control, and communications capabilities, enhancing situational awareness and battle management.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| Introduced | 2009 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 850 km/h |
| Range | 6,500 km |
| Crew | 10 |
| Weight | 77 t |
History
Developed by Boeing in the United States, the E-7A entered service in 2009, primarily with the Royal Australian Air Force, and has been adopted by several other nations for air defense.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 6 | confirmed |
| United Kingdom | 6 | confirmed |
| South Korea | 4 | confirmed |
| Australia | Special mission | confirmed |
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