The U.S. Navy's P-3s are set to receive a new round of equipment upgrades, but much of the operational focus remains on the crews serving as a vital airborne node and supporting troops on the ground with communications and long-range sensors. The P-3s have become a crucial element in the network for ground forces. When they first took on the role, crews were learning on the fly. Now equipment and procedures have greatly improved, according to P-3 crewmembers.
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