System wczesnego wykrywania i naprowadzania we wsparciu Polskich Sił Powietrznych

Contemporary military conflicts are unpredictable in reference to time, place, and scale. Therefore, they require the use of modern weapon systems and platforms capable of carrying them, but above of all systems that are capable of recognizing risks and managing active counter measures. The E-3 AWACS aircraft is the platform fulfill the requirements. The article describes the organizational structure responsible for the operation of AWACS system as well as the E-3 aircraft. The paper presents the possibilities of its use in support of the Polish Air Force operations.