The Growler – Boeing’s electronic attack weapon

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Unarguably, the EA-6B Prowler has been a solid performer in its niche role of Electronic Attack (EA) over the years. The aging Prowler was tired, it now has been put out to pasture, and its replacement has made its debut in the form of the Boeing EA-18G Growler. It looks a bit like the F/A-18F Super Hornet on steroids, with unique wingtip pods that house secretive electronic gear. The primary role of the EA-18G is...

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