ELINT
Military abbreviation · Military Term
| Stands for | Electronic intelligence |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
ELINT stands for Electronic intelligence, a military term abbreviation.
Intelligence obtained from non-communication electronic emissions, especially radars, used to locate air defenses and characterize enemy weapons systems. It supports targeting and the design of countermeasures and jammers.
Example: The RC-135 collected ELINT on the new radar during the exercise.
Usage notes
ELINT is a subset of signals intelligence. It supports suppression of enemy air defenses by identifying radar types and locations. Specialized aircraft such as the RC-135 Rivet Joint perform ELINT collection.
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