Iran blew up and destroyed a $700 million dollar,.. [View all]
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... hi tech AWAC radar plane. The eyes for American ships, pilots , and any ground troops in the Iranian theater of war.
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Did Iran just take out an AWAC radar plane parked on a runway in Saudia Arabia ?
Yes, according to reports from March 27-28, 2026, a US Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) plane was heavily damaged or destroyed on the ground during an Iranian missile and drone strike on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. The attack is considered a significant loss of a critical surveillance asset.
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Air & Space Forces Magazine
Key Details:
Target: The aircraft was parked on the tarmac at Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia.
Nature of Damage: Images reported by CNN and NBC News show substantial damage, with the tail section separated.
Impact: The E-3 is a vital surveillance tool, often called the "crown jewel" of the Air Force. Other Losses: Reports indicate other aircraft, including KC-135 tankers, were also damaged or destroyed in the same attack.
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The US Central Command has not provided extensive comment on the incident, but analysts describe it as a significant blow to surveillance capabilities.
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Air & Space Forces Magazine
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Info about AWAC radar plane,
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