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RQ-4 Global Hawk
Modern (1992–2009)
The Northrop Grumman RQ-4 Global Hawk is a high-altitude, remotely-piloted surveillance aircraft introduced in 2001. It was initially designed by Ryan Aeronautical, and known as Tier II+ during development. The RQ-4 provides a broad overview and systematic surveillance using high-resolution synthetic aperture radar (SAR) and electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensors with long loiter times over target areas.
Specifications
- Category
- Fixed Wing
- Domain
- Defence
- Era
- Modern (1992–2009)
- Engine
- 1× turbofan engine
- Thrust / Power
- 7,600 | eng1 kn-ab = | eng1 lbf-ab = lbf
- Length (ft)
- 47.6
- Wingspan (ft)
- 130.9
- Empty Weight (lb)
- 14950
- MTOW (lb)
- 32250
- Endurance (hr)
- 34+ hours
- Service Ceiling (ft)
- 60000
- Range (mi)
- -14154
- Max Speed (mph)
- 391