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The Fiscal Year 2015 defense appropriations bill provides funding for 15 more Boeing EA-18G Growlers.
www.ainonline.comI don’t currently have live access to up-to-the-minute news feeds. Here’s what is generally known about Growler aircraft recently, plus how to verify the latest updates.
What a Growler is
- The Growler is the EA-18G, a carrier-based electronic attack version of the F/A-18F Super Hornet, designed to jam and disrupt enemy radars and communications while the fighters carry out their missions. This platform combines the Super Hornet airframe with advanced electronic warfare systems.[1]
Recent high-level context (as of the latest public reporting you can cross-check)
- In recent years, the EA-18G Growler fleet has remained in production and service with the U.S. Navy, with scheduled production and deliveries continuing under long-running sustainment programs; milestones like deliveries to squadrons have been publicly highlighted by defense agencies and industry outlets.[9][1]
- The Growler program has historically involved international operators (e.g., Australia’s long-running Growler acquisition and integration program with the RAAF), but current “latest news” should be validated against the most recent sources to reflect any new orders, retirements, upgrades, or new variants.[2][3]
Where to check for the latest
- U.S. Navy and Boeing press releases or the Defense Department’s news site for recent Growler deliveries, upgrades, or fleet status.
- Reputable defense-focused outlets (e.g., Aviation Week, Jane’s Defence, Messrs. AinOnline) for program updates and potential contract awards or fleet-management changes.
- National defense ministries or air force statements if a country besides the U.S. has announced new Growler-related activities.
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