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

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.