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Grumman EA-6B Prowler Tactical Electronic-Warfare Aircraft Family

The EA-6B Prowler was a carrier-capable four-seat electronic-warfare aircraft derived from the A-6 design but developed as a dedicated platform for radar and communications jamming. Its specialized crew arrangement, external pods, and long service with Navy and Marine Corps squadrons made it the principal U.S. tactical airborne electronic-attack aircraft until the EA-18G Growler replaced it.

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Aliases
EA-6BProwlerGrumman Prowler
Family Name
Grumman EA-6B Prowler
Full Name
Grumman EA-6B Prowler Tactical Electronic-Warfare Aircraft Family
Roles
military
Status
retired
Type
aircraft

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Aircraft Specs
Configuration
fixed_wing
Operating Modes
land
Takeoff Landing Capabilities
conventional
Description
The EA-6B Prowler was a carrier-capable four-seat electronic-warfare aircraft derived from the A-6 design but developed as a dedicated platform for radar and communications jamming. Its specialized crew arrangement, external pods, and long service with Navy and Marine Corps squadrons made it the principal U.S. tactical airborne electronic-attack aircraft until the EA-18G Growler replaced it.
First Flight Year
1,968
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Creation Time
August 7, 2026 at 02:08:08 UTC
Updated Time
August 7, 2026 at 02:08:08 UTC