
Perform the USSTRATCOM Airborne Command Post (ABNCP) “Looking Glass”

The E-6B contains upgraded systems that enable it to On 20 September 1999, VQ-4 took delivery of itsįirst E-6B. On 25 January 1991, VQ-4 took delivery of its first E-6A MercuryĪircraft and in November 1992, changed homeport to Tinker AFB, OklahomaĬity, Oklahoma. The Navy E-6s were the last 16 aircraft to roll off ofīoeing’s venerable 707 line after 30 years of production. Was on for the successor to “The Mighty Herc.” Eventually, theī707-320 airframe was chosen, modified extensively and designated theĮ-6A. Oldest in the fleet, were in need of replacement. The hunt In the 1980s, it was recognized that the C-130s, in some cases the Reel system for deploying and retracting of the trailing wire antennas.Īdditional improvements included satellite communications and an Power amplifier, a dual trailing wire antenna system and a high-speed In 1974, the next major aircraft modification incorporated a new VQ-4 was established at NAS Patuxent River, MD as a permanent

TheĮxpansion included permanently installing the communications suites inĮight aircraft and their designation as EC-130Qs. Were formulated in 1966 to expand the TACAMO Program.

Removable vans that could be installed in a matter of hours. At that time, the communications equipment consisted of The first of these aircraft, BUNO 151890, was delivered on 26 Decemberġ963. Air ForceĬ-130 aircraft were taken from the production line in early 1963.Īfter extensive modification, the aircraft was designated a C-130G. In order to avoid long lead-time delays, four U. Was designated TACAMO, which stands for “Take Charge and Move Out.” Prompted funding for the first production aircraft. The overwhelming success of the test program Weapons Systems Test DivisionĬonducted this program, using a U.S. "Communications Central" system is AN/USC-14.ĪN/USC-13 HF Control Head - photos thanks to K5URGĪ test program to determine if an airborne Very Low Frequency (VLF)Ĭommunications system was feasible. Solid State Power Amplifier/Coupler (SSPA/C)ĭual Trailing Wire Antenna System (DTWA) OE-456/ART-54. The VLF set in the E-6B is OZ-1/USC-13(V) and the 200KW solid state transmitter is The 200KW tube-type transmitter is OG-193T/USC-13(V) Amplifier Coupler TACAMO radio equipment was manuf by Collins - please sendĮC-130G is EC-130E with TACAMO communication system AN/USC-13(V)

Outdoor enthusiasts will find the AR1 just as friendly as those who wish to use computer recording and capture. Discover the magic of the Earth’s natural sounds.
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The revolutionary loop antenna allows the unit to be truly portable for field work, or for instant listening pleasure in the home. A high quality audio chip set gives the best sound experience possible.
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Built on the research of these early receivers, the AR1 offers superior noise cancellation for trouble free listening even in electromagnetically noisy areas such as urban homes. Made popular by the “Inspire” project, atmospheric listening has become an accessible pass-time. Also can be used as a lightning detector for storm chasers, electrosmog identification and paranormal investigation For listening to lightning, whistlers, sferics, tweaks and auroral chorus. Includes a high sensitivity loop antenna, built in speaker, ear-buds and users manual. A compact and portable VLF radio receiver for listening to atmospheric phenomena.
