210318-F-AF999-0011 An EC-130J Commando Solo from the 193rd Special Operations Squadron takes flight from Harrisburg Air National Guard Base, Pa., Oct. 2, 2020. The EC-130J Commando Solo, a specially-modified four-engine Hercules transport, conducts airborne Information Operations via digital and analog radio and television broadcasts. (U.S. Air Force photo)

070701-F-6751B-001 EC-130J flies through the sky. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

071019-F-6470S-201 Airpower summary An EC-130J Commando Solo aircraft taxis down the runway from a base in Southwest Asia. The EC-130J conducts information operations and civil affairs broadcasts in AM, FM, HF, TV and military communications bands in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tia Schroeder)

250916-F-WU042-5003 Hercules in air A U.S. Air Force EC-130J flies over the Gulf of America, Sept. 16, 2025. The 417th Flight Test Squadron aircraft performs flight test operations on next-generation hardware and software to improve lethality and readiness across the C-130 fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Barley)

060403-F-2233S-037 The last Air National Guard’s EC-130E Commando Solo takes off above a C-130 Hercules for the final time at the Harrisburg International Airport on Monday, April 3, 2006. The “E” model has flown members of the 193rd Special Operations Wing into combat since the Vietnam Conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Matt Schwartz)

250916-F-WU042-5001 Hercules in air A U.S. Air Force EC-130J flies over the Gulf of America, Sept. 16, 2025. The 417th Flight Test Squadron aircraft performs flight test operations on next-generation hardware and software to improve lethality and readiness across the C-130 fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Barley)

201024-Z-OL842-1005 193rd SOW Airmen return from deployment An EC-130J Commando Solo aircraft from the 193rd Special Operations Wing flies overhead before landing, October 24, 2020 at the 193rd SOW in Middletown, Pennsylvania. The Commando Solo and Airmen onboard returned home from serving on a deployment overseas, and were greeted by friends and family. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Tony Harp)

071126-F-6470S-003 Commando Solo: Impacting the hearts and minds An EC-130J Commando Solo aircraft prepares to land at an air base in Southwest Asia. The EC-130J conducts information operations, psychological operations and civil affairs broadcasts in the AM, FM, HF, TV and military communications bands. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tia Schroeder)

200519-Z-OK627-9091 EC-130J A KC-135 from the 171st Air Refueling Wing, Pittsburgh, and an EC-130J from the 193rd Special Operations Wing, Harrisburg, conduct and in air refueling May 19, 2020. Together they complete training for both the pilots and boom operators. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Zoe M. Wockenfuss)

050726-F-2233S-045 Flare shot An EC-130J Commando Solo from the 193rd Special Operations Wing Pa. Air National Guard, Middletown, Pa. performs a defensive manover during a training mission at Bollen Range at Ft. Indiantown Gap, Annville, Pa. July 26, 2005. The 193rd SOW is the only unit in the armed forces that flies the Commando Solo mission. (US Air Force photo taken by SSgt Matt Schwartz 193rd Special Operations Wing, Middletown, Pa) (Released)

060328-F-2233S-065 Solos over Farmland A new era is ushered in for the 193rd Special Operations Wing Pennsylvania Air National Guard March 28, 2006 as EC-130E and EC-130J commando solo aircraft take to the skys over South Central Pa. for the first and last time together. The E model, a Viet Nam era aircraft, makes way for the new J model whose engines are more efficient in allowing the aircraft to travel farther, faster and higher than before, a great capability for the broadcast mission of the 193rd SOW. (Released) (Air Force photo by SSgt Matt D. Schwartz)

First ACC EA-37B delivered to Davis-Monthan AFB Air Combat Command’s first EA-37B Compass Call arrives overhead at Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona, on Aug. 23, 2024. The aircraft will be assigned to the 55th Electronic Combat Group, flown by the 43rd Electronic Combat Squadron and maintained by the Contractor Logistics Support Aircraft Maintenance team at Davis-Monthan AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)

First flight An EA-37B Compass Call prepares to raise its door before its inaugural flight at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 28, 2024. The EA-37B is a state-of-the-art electronic warfare aircraft, specifically designed to jam enemy communications, radars and navigation systems, proving essential to both U.S. and allied operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Garavito).

First ACC EA-37B delivered to Davis-Monthan AFB Air Combat Command’s first EA-37B Compass Call arrives overhead at Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona, on Aug. 23, 2024. The aircraft will be assigned to the 55th Electronic Combat Group, flown by the 43rd Electronic Combat Squadron and maintained by the Contractor Logistics Support Aircraft Maintenance team at Davis-Monthan AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)

First ACC EA-37B delivered to Davis-Monthan AFB Leaders from the 55th Wing, 55th Electronic Combat Group, and 43rd Electronic Combat Squadron stand ready to receive Air Combat Command’s first EA-37B Compass Call aircraft during a delivery ceremony at Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona, on Aug. 23, 2024. The EA-37B is a wide-area airborne electromagnetic attack weapon system using a heavily modified version of the Gulfstream G550 airframe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)

EA-37B Compass Call First Flight The flight team performs an in-plane check before the EA-37B Compass Call departs at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Aug. 28, 2024. The aircraft could jam communications and had early warning/acquisition radars and navigation systems during tactical air and ground operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Garavito)

First ACC EA-37B delivered to Davis-Monthan AFB Air Combat Command’s first EA-37B Compass Call, aircraft 19-5591, is delivered at Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona, on Aug. 23, 2024. The aircraft sustains joint force military advantage in the electromagnetic battlespace and builds a more lethal force by modernizing electromagnetic attack capabilities to deny peer competitors’ tactical networks and information ecosystems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)

250502-F-AD704-1317 A U.S. Air Force EA-37B Compass Call aircraft sits on the flightline at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, May 2, 2025. The EA-37B Compass Call is a next-gen electronic attack aircraft that disrupts enemy networks and systems to ensure Joint Force dominance in the electromagnetic spectrum. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Samantha Melecio)

250927-F-BX586-1061 Disruptive Duo: EA-37B Compass Call, Growlers add electronic edge A U.S. Air Force EA-37B Compass Call assigned to the 55th Electronic Combat Group prepares for landing at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 27, 2025. The EA-37B Compass Call integrated with the U.S. Navy EA-18 Growlers assigned to the Electronic Attack Squadron 131, demonstrating U.S. commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

250927-F-BX586-1063 Disruptive Duo: EA-37B Compass Call, Growlers add electronic edge A U.S. Air Force EA-37B Compass Call assigned to the 55th Electronic Combat Group prepares for landing at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 27, 2025. The EA-37B Compass Call is a next-gen electronic attack aircraft that disrupts enemy networks and systems to ensure Joint Force dominance in the electromagnetic spectrum. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

250927-F-BX586-1079 Disruptive Duo: EA-37B Compass Call, Growlers add electronic edge A U.S. Air Force EA-37B Compass Call assigned to the 55th Electronic Combat Group lands at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 27, 2025. The aircraft integrated with Navy EA-18 Growlers from Electronic Attack Squadron 131, demonstrating U.S. commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific while strengthening joint capabilities, maintaining dominance across the electromagnetic spectrum, and deterring potential threats in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

EA-37B aircraft Air Combat Command’s EC-37B has been redesignated to become the EA-37B effective October 27, 2023. The EA-37B aircraft designation was selected to better identify the platform’s mission of finding, attacking and destroying enemy land or sea targets.

Republic of Singapore Air Force deploys to Guam A Republic of Singapore Air Force G550 Airborne Early Warning aircraft taxies off the runway after landing for a deployment on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 24, 2021. The RSAF and United States Air Force frequently train together to enhance interoperability in bilateral and multi-lateral exercises such as Exercise Commando Sling, Exercise Red Flag and Exercise Cope Tiger. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Michael S. Murphy)

EC-130H A U.S. Air Force EC-130H Compass Call lands at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, August 31, 2021. The Compass Call system employs offensive counter-information and electronic attack capabilities in support of U.S. and Coalition tactical air, surface, and special operations forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alex Miller)

250502-F-AD704-1332 A U.S. Air Force EA-37B Compass Call aircraft assigned to the 43rd Electronic Combat Squadron sits on the flightline before taking off for its first official mission training sortie flight at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, May 2, 2025. The EA-37B Compass Call is a wide-area airborne electronic attack weapon system using a heavily modified version of the Gulfstream G550 airframe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Samantha Melecio)

180828-N-N08E9-1745 180828-N-N08E9-1745 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 28, 2018) An EA-18G Growler assigned to the Patriots of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140 descends and prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln and Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Groups are participating in dual-carrier sustainment and qualification operations in the Atlantic Ocean. In addition to demonstrating the Navy’s inherent flexibility and scalability, this evolution provides the opportunity to conduct complex, multi-unit training to enhance maritime interoperability and combat readiness, and prepare the Navy to protect our homeland and preserve and promote peace anywhere around the world. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Christopher Czapski/Released)

200825-N-RB149-1013 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 25, 2020) An EA-18G Growler from the “Wizards” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133 performs a flyby over Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is en route to San Diego after completing a 17-month scheduled docking planned incremental availability in Bremerton, Washington, during which the ship underwent a complete restoration and a system retrofit to accommodate F-35C Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter mission capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas R. Carter)

211014-N-HS181-1477 BAY OF BENGAL (Oct. 14, 2021) An EA-18G Growler, assigned to the “Gauntlets” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136, flies over the Bay of Bengal as part of MALABAR 2021, Oct. 14, 2021. MALABAR 2021 is a maritime exercise designed to improve integration, address common maritime security priorities and concerns, enhance interoperability and communication, and strengthen enduring relationships between the Royal Australian Navy, Indian Navy, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, and U.S. maritime forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Haydn N. Smith)

200930-F-MN338-0097 U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND (Sept. 30, 2020) A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 139, deployed aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), flies over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Sept. 30, 2020. VAQ-139 is assigned to Carrier Air Wing 17, deployed aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), flagship of Nimitz Carrier Strike Group. The EA-18G has an array of sensors and weapons that provide the warfighter with the ability to counter current and emerging threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Merriman)

220804-N-CR843-0207 MISAWA, Japan (Aug. 04, 2022) A EA-18G Growler assigned to the “Star Warriors” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 209 banks right during an intercept training flight with a P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft assigned to the “Fighting Tigers” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 8 over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of northern Japan. VP-8 is currently deployed to NAF Misawa, Japan conducting maritime patrol and reconnaissance and theater outreach operations within U.S. 7th Fleet (C7F) area of operations in support of Commander, Task Force 72, C7F, and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command objectives throughout the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Juan Sebastian Sua)

220606-N-VI910-1190 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 6, 2022) Sailors prepare to launch an EA-18G Growler, assigned to the “Wizards” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), June 6, 2022. Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Javier Reyes)

220305-N-ZE328-1257 AEGEAN SEA (March 5, 2022) An EA-18G Growler, attached to the “Rooks” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in support of enhanced Air Patrols, March 5, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelsey Trinh)

220408-N-JC401-1090 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 8, 2022) An EA-18G Growler, assigned to the “Wizards” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Julia Brockman)

220414-N-VI910-1117 SEA OF JAPAN (April 14, 2022) An EA-18G Growler, assigned to the “Wizards” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during a U.S.-Japan bilateral exercise. During bilateral exercises between Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, the two navies strengthen all-domain awareness and maneuvers across a distributed maritime environment. Bilateral operations like this one, reassure our allies and partners of the U.S. commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Javier Reyes)

180828-N-N08E9-1454 180828-N-N08E9-1454 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 28, 2018) Two EA-18G Growlers from the Patriots of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140 fly in formation above the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln and Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Groups are participating in dual-carrier sustainment and qualification operations in the Atlantic Ocean. In addition to demonstrating the Navy’s inherent flexibility and scalability, this evolution provides the opportunity to conduct complex, multi-unit training to enhance maritime interoperability and combat readiness, and prepare the Navy to protect our homeland and preserve and promote peace anywhere around the world. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Christopher Czapski/Released)

201113-N-DL524-1065 PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 13, 2020) An EA-18G Growler, attached to the “Black Ravens” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 135, deployed to Misawa Air Base, Japan, flies over the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, as well as the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Erica Bechard)

220609-N-VI910-2151 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 9, 2022) An EA-18G Growler, assigned to the “Wizards” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Javier Reyes)

220221-N-VI910-1209 PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 21, 2022) An EA-18G Growler, assigned to the “Wizards” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Javier Reyes)

220124-N-AV223-1025 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 24, 2022) An EA-18G Growler, assigned to the “Gauntlets” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136, recovers on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Jan. 24, 2022. Dual Carrier Operations with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group demonstrates the U.S. Navy’s capability to rapidly aggregate to deliver overwhelming maritime force and increase collective war-fighting readiness in support of a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Derek Kelley)

210802-N-DW158-1120 ARABIAN SEA (Aug. 24, 2021) Sailors clean the canopy of an EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft, attached to the “Shadowhawks” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141, on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the Arabian Sea, Aug. 24, 2021. Ronald Reagan is the flagship for Carrier Strike Group 5 and is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication 3rd Class Gray Gibson)

210802-N-DW158-1120 ARABIAN SEA (Aug. 24, 2021) Sailors clean the canopy of an EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft, attached to the “Shadowhawks” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141, on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the Arabian Sea, Aug. 24, 2021. Ronald Reagan is the flagship for Carrier Strike Group 5 and is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication 3rd Class Gray Gibson)

220301-N-NO874-1008 AEGEAN SEA (March 1, 2022) A German air force A400M tanker refuels an EA-18G Growler, attached to the “Rooks” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, in support of enhanced air patrols, March 1, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (Photo courtesy of Strike Fighter Squadron 11)

180804-N-PM193-0088 180804-N-PM193-0088 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 4, 2018) An EA-18G Growler assigned to the “Gauntlets” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136, and an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 conduct an in-flight refueling during an air power demonstration. VAQ 136 and VFA 137 are underway with the aircraft carrier Carl Vinson (CVN 70) in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexander C. Kubitza)