India-Pakistan air battle during Op Sindoor: What is an ELINT, AEW&C aircraft and why the IAF’s kill is important

During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force achieved a significant milestone by reportedly taking down a high-value Pakistani aircraft, potentially an ELINT or AEW&C platform, from 300 kilometers. The strike also targeted key Pakistan Air Force bases, including Shahbaz Jacobabad airfield, command centers, and radar systems, severely impacting Pakistan's aerial surveillance and command capabilities.