BLUF

The first of 10 EC-37B Compass Call electronic attack warfare aircraft have been delivered. They will replace USAF’s ageing EC-130H.

Summary

KEY POINTS:
  • The EC-37B is based on the civilian Gulfstream G550 business jet.
  • It is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, resulting in 50 percent less operating costs.
  • The aircraft is also faster, and has a greater range and ceiling.

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