MilitaryEP-3E Aries II
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The EP-3E Aries II is a signals intelligence (SIGINT) reconnaissance aircraft operated by the United States Navy. It is a highly modified variant of the P-3 Orion maritime patrol aircraft, equipped with extensive electronic surveillance systems for intercepting and analyzing enemy communications and radar signals.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| Introduced | 1995 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 761 km/h |
| Range | 8,900 km |
| Crew | 24 |
| Weight | 64.4 t |
History
Developed in the US and entering service in 1995, it has been a key asset for electronic warfare and intelligence gathering.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 4 | confirmed |
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