SAAB 2000 erieye is no way near to IAI Phalcon Systems..
Only one Phalcon is enough to track 10 "SAAB 2000 erieye" and guide SU-30MKIs to them.
And the aircraft platform for AWACS.. Its very important. Il-76 outperforms Saab-2000 in Range,Speed,Service Ceiling,Endurance,Reliability,etc. Turbo Props are very easy to detect.
Il-76 is a proven aircraft for numerous tasks. Also for AWACS..
Just look at crazydevil333's post for some details.
Il-76 Phalcon is the best, because its a unique combination of...