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| NATO Relies on F-35 Fighter Jets to Counter Russian Electronic Warfare Systems |
International Military - Although not directly involved or entering the airspace of Ukraine which is fighting against Russian forces, NATO appears to be relying on the F-35 to counteract the Electronic Warfare (EW) systems used by Moscow. Artificial intelligence-driven electronic warfare capabilities could change the way US forces respond to unforeseen electromagnetic threats.
Air Force Times reported, US Air Force (USAF) F-35A pilots patrolling along the eastern side of NATO had detected an air defense system that allegedly came from Russia or Belarus.
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Earlier in late March, the United States and its NATO allies had strengthened their force posture along the Russia-facing eastern fringe of the alliance. This includes the deployment of F-35s and personnel from the 388th Fighter Wing and 419th Fighter Wing, part of the Air Force Reserve based at Hill Air Force Base in Utah.
The F-35 is known to be able to collect data that is quite useful for combat analysis. The data captured by the F-35 can be used to categorize and geolocate various types of transmitters, including radars related to air defense systems.
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In turn, the data from the F-35 can assist commanders in planning and determining electronic combat orders against enemy forces.