Airborne Electronic Attack

Modern air operations Airborne Electronic Attack

2026-10-16 Source: HENSOLDT AG 6 min Reading Time

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In January 2026, the U.S. military’s operation against Venezuela’s leader Nicolás Maduro astonishes the world. The EA-18G “Growler” squadron—the electronic warfare variant of the U.S. F-18—plays a decisive role in this operation. Specialising in electromagnetic warfare, the jets play a key role in neutralising the South American nation’s air defences.

Modern air warfare is no longer decided solely by kinetic capabilities. A significant part of military conflicts has shifted to an invisible dimension: the electromagnetic spectrum.(Source: HENSOLDT) — Modern air warfare is no longer decided solely by kinetic capabilities. A significant part of military conflicts has shifted to an invisible dimension: the electromagnetic spectrum.
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Communication systems, radars, data links, navigation methods, and sensors form the backbone of modern armed forces.

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