Northrop Grumman has delivered the 70th E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft to the U.S. Navy, marking a key production milestone for the carrier-based airborne early warning and control platform.
The E-2D Hawkeye serves as the Navy’s primary tactical airborne early warning aircraft, equipped with advanced radar, mission avionics, and electronic systems for detecting and tracking airborne and maritime targets over extended ranges. This delivery continues the steady production cadence since the first E-2D was delivered in 2010, enhancing the Navy’s fleet with upgraded capabilities for command, control, communications, and battle management.
Built at Northrop Grumman’s facility in St. Augustine, Florida, the aircraft features a fully digital cockpit, improved glass displays, and reduced maintenance requirements compared to earlier models. The program has delivered over 90 aircraft to date, with the U.S. Navy operating multiple squadrons equipped with the E-2D across its carrier strike groups.
This latest handover supports ongoing fleet modernization efforts, ensuring sustained aerial surveillance and situational awareness for naval operations worldwide.