Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS)?1. It is an airborne radar system designed to detect aircraft at short range and command and control, battle space management and communications.2. PHALCON AWACS is used by Indian Air Force was developed by Israel. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |ForumIAS

Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS)?
1. It is an airborne radar system designed to detect aircraft at short range and command and control, battle space management and communications.
2. PHALCON AWACS is used by Indian Air Force was developed by Israel.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

AWACS is distinctive radar domes mounted on the fuselage of the aircraft, which provide the Alliance with air surveillance, command and control, battle space management and communications.

PHALCON AWACS is developed by Israel and it is used by Indian Air Force.

Source: Indian Express

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