@Zipgun:
Today, I assume there will a test of the stealth theory - using F-35s for SEAD/DEAD with Growlers and MALDs for confusion-cover.
During debrief, a good indicator of a premature pickle (before the handoff gives RDY) will look similar to the 88 falling like a bomb – no post-launch climb.
I have to admit that I was a bit evil writing the TE for HAS against an SA-2 - since the EW radar (Spoon Rest) is 1) not in the HARM table and 2) you don’t have enough 88s to use the “SAM Two-step” dance (Kill the EW to force the FC to paint you at a non-engagement distance). This is a homage to the pilots of my generation that had the YGBSM response in the mission brief. Be ready, be confident in your ability, and have patience during the slow handoff - keep at it and soon you will enjoy the view of a missile fly-by.
How interesting all those…
By chance, I too - on my little own, of course - am currently doing some experiments about actual ECM/jamming functionality in 4.35.
So, thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts.
With best regards.