The E-9A is a twin turboprop used as a surveillance platform to ensure the Gulf of Mexico waters are clear of civilian boaters and aircraft during live missile launches and other hazardous military activities. The E-9A provides support for air-to-air weapons system evaluation, development and operational testing at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. <br /> <br /> Assigned Unit:<br /> 82nd Aerial Targets Squadron / Tyndall AFB Florida<br /> <br /> Fact Sheet: http://www.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/104559/e-9a/