AWACS Aircraft Explained: Roles, Limits & Capabilities

Discover the world of AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) aircraft, the flying command centers that play a crucial role in modern warfare and global security.
In this video, we explore the main AWACS platforms, including NATO’s E-3 Sentry, the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail, Russia’s Beriev A-50, China’s KJ-2000, and other surveillance aircraft.

We break down their design, radar capabilities, operational limits, and strategic roles in air defense and battlefield management. From long-range detection to command and control missions, AWACS aircraft remain the eyes in the sky that ensure air superiority.

Whether you are a military enthusiast, aviation student, or geopolitics researcher, this video provides a clear overview of how these advanced systems shape modern air power.

👉 Stay tuned to learn which AWACS platforms are considered the most advanced and what limitations they face in terms of range, radar coverage, and vulnerability in modern conflicts.