42 years of service. Almost as long as the B-52.
The EA-6B Prowler is a tactical jamming aircraft for the Navy and Marine Corps that began its service in 1971, according to Northrop Grumman’s website. The aircraft was first deployed to Southeast Asia in 1972.
During its 42 years of service, the Marine Corps’ Prowlers have collectively flown more than 260,000 hours, according to the service. It has deployed more than 70 times in support of major combat operations including Desert Shield, Decisive Endeavor, Iraqi Freedom — and, most recently with Inherent Resolve and Freedom’s Sentinel.
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