Australian Early Warning Jet Deployed 45 Times in Support of Ukraine: A Closer Look
Over the past three months, Australia’s E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft was deployed 45 times near Ukraine as part of NATO’s monitoring efforts. The aircraft provided critical surveillance, early warning, and communications support, often responding to potential threats. The missions, which included patrols over supply lines delivering aid to Ukraine, were praised by NATO officials for their valuable intelligence contributions. The Australian crew’s deployment, which is now concluding, facilitated seamless operations within NATO command and provided invaluable real-world experience. Australia’s ongoing contributions to supporting Ukraine have been significant, including $1.5 billion in military and humanitarian aid.
John Q. Hosedrinker