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Updated 2026-06-18 04:39

Growler appeared at production in 2004; made its first flight in 2006 and entered IOC in 2009; initial deployments in 2010 carrying specialized jamming equipment while can accompany strike aircraft through all mission phases; Driven by two F414-GE-400 engines; design emphasizes electronic warfare and maintains F/A-18-like performance; The primary operator is the U.S. Navy; ongoing procurement plus operational use of the EA-18G Growler.

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Growler Facts - Save the Olympic Peninsula

The Growler's flight performance is similar to that of the F/A-18E/F. This attribute enables the Growler to perform escort jamming as well as the traditional standoff jamming mission (Radar jamming and deception). Growlers will be able to accompany F/A-18s during all phases of an attack mission. In order to give the Growler more stable flight for the electronic warfare mission, Boeing changed the leading edge fairings and wing fold hinge fairings, and added wing fences and aileron "tripper...

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Growler Facts

The Growler's flight performance is similar to that of the F/A-18E/F. This attribute enables the Growler to perform escort jamming as well as the traditional standoff jamming mission (Radar jamming and deception). Growlers will be able to accompany F/A-18s during all phases of an attack mission. In order to give the Growler more stable flight for the electronic warfare mission, Boeing changed the leading edge fairings and wing fold hinge fairings, and added wing fences and aileron "tripper...

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