BLUF

While the Growler is directly descended from the Super Hornet, it is more specialized—as reflected in the airframe’s design tweaks.

Summary

  1. The Growler was redesigned to allow the jet to be more stable in flight.
  2. Added stability has allowed for more effective electronic warfare countermeasures.
  3. The Growler is designed for electronic warfare but can also deliver plenty of firepower.

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