Block VII Mission Integration

Question 1

What is he mission of the E-2C Hawkeye?

Answer 1

Provides all-weather airborne early warning and command and control functions for the carrier based battle group. Also provides surface surveillance coordination, strike and interceptor control, search and rescue guidance and communications relay.

Question 2

What is the mission of the F/A-18 Hornet?

Answer 2

Provides both fighter and attack capabilities. The fighter missions are primarily fighter escort and fleet air defense while the attack missions are force projection, interdiction, and close and deep air support.

Question 3

What is the mission of the EA-6B Prowler?

Answer 3

Provides protection for aircraft and ships by jamming enemy radar, electronic data links and communications.