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📝 Spotter's notes

Oct 1998, my brother (Right) and I were VIPs on the USS Constellation CV64, while at sea. Obviously, we were a couple of feet from air opps. Ill look for more pictures. Never forget this opportunity.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type EA6B
Model EA-6B Prowler
Manufacturer Grumman
Airline U.S. Navy (Military)
Livery U.S. Navy (standard tactical scheme)
Military Military

🔧 Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney J52-P-408A turbojets
Thrust 2 x 11,200 lbf (49.8 kN) each
Wingspan 15.9 meters
Length 18.3 meters
Height 4.95 meters
MTOW 27,440 kilograms
Range 3,900 kilometers
Capacity Crew of 4 (pilot 3 ECM officers)
Cruise Speed 902 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 3 (older military jet standard, ~120 dB)