Navy clears upgrade for E-2D Advanced Hawkeye
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman said that aircraft revamped with a Block II upgrade will be delivered “by the end of the decade.”
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman said that aircraft revamped with a Block II upgrade will be delivered “by the end of the decade.”
The White House made official what many in defense circles have been whispering: That the administration is prioritizing the Air Force’s next jet over the Navy’s future capability.
The Navy also asks for five additional F-35C fighters, an E-2D Hawkeye and 4 CMV-22s.
Leaders discuss progress toward Target Level on Aug. 26 at 2pm ET. CPE credit eligible.
ABOARD THE USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN: The Navy dragged its feet for years after committing to buy the F-35C for carrier operations. They worried it would be too expensive to maintain. They worried the tailhook problems would persist. They worried it was too heavy. Let’s face it: the Navy leadership was just worried. After all, they […]
General Atomics says it is launching new, heavier planes from its EMALS carrier launcher. The launches are taking place on land, and won't be attempted on board the $13 billion Ford for some time, however.