Saab 340 (AEW)
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The Saab 340 AEW is a turboprop-powered airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft developed by Saab, based on the Saab 340 regional airliner. It is equipped with the Ericsson Erieye active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, providing long-range surveillance and command and control capabilities for air and sea targets.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | Sweden |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| Introduced | 1997 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 467 km/h |
| Range | 1,200 km |
| Crew | 5 |
| Weight | 13.15 t |
History
Developed by Saab in Sweden, this variant first flew in 1994 and entered service in 1997, offering a cost-effective AEW solution.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | 2 | confirmed |
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