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Originally Posted by somak11
I dont know why Im even posting on this page..an awac with missiles is like arming a handcuffed soldier with a knife.
But I did have a question for all you technology experts...( forgive my ignorance ) but doesnt a f-22 or a su-30mki work as a temporary awac in certain situations due to thier powerful radars.
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The Mig-31 can create a radar curtain that is hundreds of Km across depending on the number of platforms data linked into it. It can actually cover a wider frontage than a single E-3 but lacks the close in depth becuase it is a curtain effect not a true area coverage system. It also takes combat assets out of the fight.
The F-22 can do two things spot inbounds with its LPI technology so the E-3 doesn't have to light up or before the bogeys enter E-3 coverage becuase the F-22 can operate so far forward. Or once the F-22 is Winchester it can climb high and direct the battle and extend the radar covered observable area.