Grumman E-1 Tracer

The Grumman E-1 Tracer (WF prior to 1962) was the first purpose-built airborne early warning aircraft used by the United States Navy. It was a derivative of the Grumman C-1 Trader and entered service in 1958. It was replaced by the more modern Grumman E-2 Hawkeye by the 1970s.

E-1 (WF) Tracer
E-1B Tracer
Role Carried-based airborne early warning
National origin United States
Manufacturer Grumman
First flight 17 December 1956
Introduction 1958
Retired 1977
Primary user United States Navy
Number built 88
Developed from Grumman C-1 Trader
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