U.S. Air Force deploys EC-130H Compass Call aircraft to jam Iranian military communications

The U.S. Central Command confirmed the operational use of EC-130H Compass Call electronic warfare aircraft during Operation Epic Fury against Iranian military command networks. Based on the C-130H Hercules transport aircraft, the EC-130H disrupts the key communication channels used by Iran's air defense units, missile forces, and command structures to coordinate responses to U.S. strikes. Read full defense news at this link...

The EC-130H Compass Call is capable of jamming radio communications, data links, and other electronic signals used by hostile forces to coordinate operations, reducing the ability of opposing forces to organize defensive responses or direct units across the battlefield. (Picture source: US Air Force)

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