U.S. Air Force E-3 AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia Strike

Military/International News

U.S. Air Force E-3 AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia Strike
E-3 SentryAWACSSaudi Arabia
  • 📰 News4SA
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 71 sec. here
  • 8 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 49%
  • Publisher: 63%

An Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft from Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma was damaged during a strike on a Saudi Arabian airbase. The aircraft, identified as 'Captain Planet,' was on the ground during the attack. The report does not specify if any Oklahoma-based personnel were present. Other news: Police shut down illegal gambling operation, A body was discovered in a brush fire, Authorities are responding to a reported shooting, Closing arguments to be heard in murder trial, and a spring breaker died in a crash.

A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS from Oklahoma's Tinker Air Force base was damaged during a strike on an airbase in Saudi Arabia on Friday. The plane was on the ground when the strike happened, and images of the plane on Facebook identify the E-3 as OK 81-0005,The Oklahoman also reported that it is not known if any Oklahoma-based crews were on base at the time of the attack.

Redhome Aviation, an aviation photographer, posted pictures of the aircraft before the strike, identifying the E-3 as "Captain Planet." I am very sad to report that E-3G Sentry 81-0005 "Captain Planet" has been destroyed at Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia in a strike by Iran. The local photographer said he served as a reservist on the aircraft at Tinker Air Force Base and had photographed the E-3 on multiple occasions.Police seize 50 slot machines, shut down illegal gambling site on Rittiman Road SAN ANTONIO - Police say they shut down an illegal gambling operation on the city’s East Side, seizing dozens of slot machines in a bust the department called aSAN ANTONIO - A body was discovered in a brush fire early Saturday morning on the city's East Side.The scene occurred near the 1500 block of Rigsby Avenue arounSAN ANTONIO — Authorities are responding to a reported shooting on the South Side.First responders were called around 9:30 p.m. to the 1700 block of Southeast MSAN ANTONIO - This morning, closing arguments will be heard in the capital murder trial of Christopher Preciado. He is the man accused in the killing of a young couple and their unborn baby.PORT ARANSAS, Texas - A spring breaker, captured in a viral video twerking on top of a Jeep in Port Aransas, has died after he was later thrown from the vehicle in a crash.The crash happened about two weeks ago.Michael

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

News4SA /  🏆 251. in US

E-3 Sentry AWACS Saudi Arabia Air Strike Military

 

United States Latest News, United States Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Drone sighting near Air Force One triggers temporary PBI ground stop, Delta pilot saysDrone sighting near Air Force One triggers temporary PBI ground stop, Delta pilot saysA drone scare at PBI triggered a ground stop and scrambled helicopters Sunday near Air Force One, per a Delta pilot caught on video circulating online.
Read more »

E-3 Sentry AWACS from Tinker Air Force Base damaged in Iranian strikeE-3 Sentry AWACS from Tinker Air Force Base damaged in Iranian strikeA U.S. Airfoce E-3 Sentry AWACS from Oklahoma's Tinker Air Force base was damaged during a strike on an airbase in Saudi Arabia.The plane was on the ground whe
Read more »

U.S. Air Force AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia StrikeU.S. Air Force AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia StrikeAn E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft from Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma was destroyed in a strike on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. The plane, identified as 'Captain Planet,' was on the ground during the attack. The report includes information from an aviation photographer who served on the aircraft.
Read more »

US Air Force AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia StrikeUS Air Force AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia StrikeA U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft from Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma was destroyed during a strike on an airbase in Saudi Arabia. The incident occurred while the plane was on the ground. The report also mentions unrelated news snippets about an underage drinking party, environmental violations in Baldwin County, a CDC travel alert for dengue fever, and the opening of public housing waiting lists in Mobile, Alabama.
Read more »

U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia StrikeU.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia StrikeAn Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft from Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma was damaged during a strike on a Saudi Arabian airbase. The plane, identified as 'Captain Planet,' was on the ground. It is unknown if Oklahoma-based crews were present. Additional unrelated news includes a toddler's death in a suspected DUI, a DEP violation accusation, a high school club discussion, and a road closure due to a crash involving a horse and buggy.
Read more »

US Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia StrikeUS Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS Damaged in Saudi Arabia StrikeAn Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft, operating from Oklahoma's Tinker Air Force Base, was damaged in a strike at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. The aircraft, nicknamed 'Captain Planet,' was on the ground during the attack, which has prompted investigations and concerns about regional security. Additional local news includes investigations related to alleged drug smuggling, a fatal crash, and a garage fire.
Read more »



Render Time: 2026-04-01 00:40:54