Special Mission Aircraft

Special mission aircraft refer to the aircraft that are used for special operations and missions for a nation’s armed forces. There are a variety of aircraft that are used for special missions, and commonly deployed models include the RQ-4 Global Hawk, E-2C Hawkeye, RC-135S Cobra Ball, S-3B Viking, RC-135V/W Rivet Joint, RC-135U Combat Sent, OC-135B Open Skies, MC-130P Combat Shadow, MC-130J Commando II, MC-130H Combat Talon, and many more. When you are in need of parts and components for your next special mission aircraft operation, look no further than ASAP Semiconductor.

The RQ-4 Global Hawk is an unmanned vehicle that provides for surveillance, reconnaissance, and intelligence operations worldwide. The aircraft is unarmed, and is piloted by two crew members for the LRE and MCE and an operator who controls the sensor. The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a speed of 310 knots and an endurance of over 28 hours.

The E-2C Hawkeye is manufactured by Northrop Grumman and serves as an airborne early warning and command and control aircraft for the United States Navy. The E-2C Hawkeye had its debut during the Vietnam War and since 2004 has surpassed one million hours of flight. Over the years, the aircraft has undergone consistent upgrades to technology and capabilities, seeing the additions of a new mission computer, improved radar displays, and more.

The MC-130P Combat Shadow is another special mission aircraft, undertaking missions such as low-level air refueling procedures or resupplying special operations forces within enemy territories. The MC-130P Combat Shadow is designed to fly discreetly during the night, avoiding detection by the opposition and interception by hostile aircraft. To perform special operations, the MC-130P Combat Shadow has a night vision goggle compatible interior to allow use by crew members. Beyond air refueling and resupplying, the MC-130P Combat Shadow may also be used to airdrop leaflets.

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