America has suffered a big loss in the Iran war. Iran has claimed to have shot down America’s AWACS aircraft in Saudi Arabia. Its value is estimated to be around 300 million dollars. This is an E-3 Sentry aircraft. This news was first reported by Air and Space Forces Magazine. It was told that 10 soldiers were injured in the Iran attack on 27th.
However, the statement of the US Central Command has not yet come in this entire matter. At present this news has been released quoting people. Pictures related to this have also been released on social media. In this, Boeing E-3 is seen in a completely damaged condition.
Press TV reported that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) used long-range and medium-range missile systems as well as attack drones to target targets linked to American and Israeli interests. Iran also claimed to have shot down an American MQ-9 drone and targeted an F-16 jet. Earlier, when America’s 5th generation fighter jet F-35 made an emergency landing, Iran had claimed that our missiles had hit the F-35. However, CENTCOM rejected Iran’s claims.
Let’s know the facts related to E-3 AWACS
The E-3 Sentry is an American airborne early warning and control aircraft. It was made by Boeing. It is commonly known as AWACS. According to Bloomberg, there is a rotating radar disk installed on the upper part of this aircraft. It is used to detect threats coming from a distance and to give instructions to other fighter aircraft. Sentry aircraft also provide a tremendous strategic edge during war.
Keeps an eye on enemy air power
According to the official website of the US Air Force, as an air defense system, the E-3 aircraft can detect enemy air forces located far away from the borders of the US or NATO countries. Can identify them in time. Can keep an eye on them. It can also target fighter interceptor aircraft towards the weapons of enemy countries. This aircraft is going to be used most during war. It is with countries like UK, Saudi Arabia and France.
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