Bombardier E-11A

The Bombardier E-11A carries the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN). It is a United States Air Force (USAF) airborne communications relay and gateway system.  The E-11 is a critical node in managing the battlespace.

The Bombardier E-11A is a military aircraft used by the United States Air Force (USAF) for communication and intelligence gathering purposes. It is a modified version of the Bombardier Global 6000 business jet, which has been modified to carry specialized equipment for electronic intelligence (ELINT) and communication relay missions. The E-11A is operated by the USAF’s 430th Expeditionary Electronic Combat Squadron, which is based at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan.

The E-11A is equipped with a range of sensors and communication equipment that allow it to intercept and analyze electronic signals, such as radar and radio transmissions. It can also transmit and receive communications over a wide range of frequencies, making it useful for relaying messages and data between ground forces and other aircraft. The E-11A has a range of about 5,400 miles (8,700 kilometers) and can reach a maximum altitude of 51,000 feet (15,500 meters). It has a crew of two pilots and a mission crew member.