Airborne Warning and Control System/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Airborne Warning and Control System.

An airplane that carries early warning radars, possibly weapons control radars, and communications to link it with combat aircraft and ground facilities. It may have an onboard battle staff, or link to a staff on the ground.