U-2 Expert Says Global Hawk Just Can’t Compare

U-2 Expert Says Global Hawk Just Can’t Compare
U-2 Expert Says Global Hawk Just Can’t Compare

Chris Pocock may know more about the U-2 than anyone who doesn’t possess a very high security clearance. He’s written four books about the planes and is passionate about the black beauties. Here’s his take on whether Northrop Grumman’s Global Hawk can rival or surpass the capabilities of the U-2. Read on. The Editor. Northrop…

Northrop Flies, Tests New Sensor, The MS-177 On Global Hawk

Northrop Flies, Tests New Sensor, The MS-177 On Global Hawk
Northrop Flies, Tests New Sensor, The MS-177 On Global Hawk

ORLANDO: After much rescheduling and years of skepticism, Northrop Grumman took a step toward finally replacing the revered but aging U-2 spy plane with its Global Hawk drone on Feb. 8, when it flew with and tested UTC’s MS-177 multispectral sensor, which is intended to enable the drone to surpass the legendary U-2. The day before the…