Northrop Grumman Makes Progress with Advanced Hawkeye
Northrop Grumman announced the first carrier landing of the
Northrop Grumman made the first carrier landing of its E-2D Advanced Hawkeye.
Northrop Grumman made the first carrier landing of its E-2D Advanced Hawkeye.

Northrop Grumman announced the first carrier landing of the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, on the USS Harry S. Truman. In addition, the Pentagon has now authorized an additional 10 aircraft, following a successful Defense Acquisition Board review.

Northrop Grumman has delivered five aircraft to date, with another five in production. Initial operational test and evaluation of the type is scheduled to begin later this year.