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Growler was seen at production in 2004; made its first flight in 2006 with initial operating capability with the U.S. Navy in 2009; deployed initially in 2010 carrying jamming gear and can accompany strike aircraft through all mission phases; Equipped with dual F414-GE-400 engines; design emphasizes stability for electronic attack while maintaining F/A-18-like performance; U.S. Navy remains the primary user; ongoing procurement and operational use of the EA-18G Growler.

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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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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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