| ID | 138640 |
| Title Proper | Special aircraft |
| Other Title Information | special mission aircraft are cheaper to operate than older intelligence gathering assets |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Chandra, Atul |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Special mission aircraft provide a unique and unmatched intelligence collection capability, though their operations are often conducted under a tight veil of secrecy. The aircraft used for such missions range from turboprop aircraft to high-end business jets, packed with the latest intelligence gear. The aircraft are used for missions ranging from special electronics / signals intelligence, airborne early warning, Open Ocean / coastal surveillance, Search and Rescue (SAR), etc. |
| `In' analytical Note | Force Vol. 12, No.10; Jun 2015: p.18-23 |
| Journal Source | Force 2015-06 12, 10 |
| Key Words | Satcom ; Israel Aerospace Industries ; SAR ; Special Mission Aircraft ; Special Aircraft ; Aviation Research Centre ; Airborne Integrated Signals Intelligence System ; AISIS ; Electronic Order of Battle |