How far can JSTARS see?

The antenna can be tilted to either side of the aircraft where it can develop a 120-degree field of view covering nearly 19,305 square miles (50,000 square kilometers) and is capable of detecting targets at more than 250 kilometers (more than 820,000 feet).

What does JSTARS stand for?

Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System
Page 1. Team JSTARS Fact Sheet. Mission. The E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System, or Joint STARS, is an airborne battle management, command and control, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance platform.

What is REDEYE6?

The JSTARS, operating out of Ramstein Air Base in Germany, was using the callsign REDEYE6, and apparently flew several racetrack patterns over eastern Ukraine’s Donbas region, where Kyiv’s forces continue to battle Russian-supported forces in a long-running conflict.

How do I find military aircraft on radar?

Follow these instructions:

  1. Go to our Live Tracking Map.
  2. Fill in the search field next to Aircraft Type button the proper ICAO code. Example: For C-130 Hercules use ICAO Code: “C130”
  3. 2.1 If you don’t know the Aircraft Type ICAO Code check here: NATO Military RUSSIAN Military.
  4. Click Aircraft Type button.

Where are JSTARS located?

The 116th Air Control Wing operates the JSTARS aircraft at Robins Air Force Base in Georgia.

What is the Boeing E-8C used for?

The E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (Joint STARS) is a long-range, air-to-ground surveillance system designed to locate, classify and track ground targets in all weather conditions.

How much does a RC 135 cost?

$330 million
The Airseeker is a SIGINT aircraft for the Royal Air Force (RAF) based on the Boeing RC-135 Rivet Joint aircraft. Three KC-135R aircraft are to be purchased and converted to RC-135W Rivet Joint standard. The cost per airframe is believed to be $330 million.