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RQ-4 Global Hawk about to be operationally standardized

Washington, USA – The final version could be available for US Air Force even in the near-term

The Northrop Grumman RQ-4 Global Hawk remote-controlled aircraft is about to become a standard weapon system for US Air Force. After the first operational deployment during Operation Enduring Freedom in order to evaluate the vehicle’s qualities, the maker has almost accomplished tests on the final version and results should be available within some weeks, according to what confirmed by representatives f...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 126277
Rome, Italy, 09/06/2005 16:02
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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