E-3 Sentry explained: How US 'airborne command centre' tracks, targets and controls air wars

2026-03-28 - 04:50

An Iranian missile and drone strike injured at least 12 American soldiers at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. The attack damaged military equipment, including refueling aircraft. This incident is a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The E-3 Sentry aircraft, crucial for air surveillance, is being phased out for newer systems.