ERJ-145 (AEW)
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The Embraer ERJ-145 (AEW) is an Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft based on the ERJ-145 regional jet platform. It is equipped with a powerful active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar system mounted above the fuselage, providing long-range surveillance and command and control capabilities for military operations.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | Brazil |
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| Introduced | 2004 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 834 km/h |
| Range | 2,873 km |
| Crew | 7 |
| Weight | 24.1 t |
History
Developed in Brazil and introduced in 2004, it offers a cost-effective solution for air defense and battlefield management.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| France | 5 | confirmed |
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