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An E-2C+ Hawkeye sits on the flight line on board Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia
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An E-2C+ Hawkeye sits on the flight line on board Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia
Norfolk, Virginia, December 14, 2004 a An E-2C+ Hawkeye sits on the flight line on board Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. The E-2C+ Hawkeye is modified with the eight-bladed NP2000 propeller. The new propeller, made by Hamilton-Sundstrand, increases performance and safety along with better maintenance techniques. Other improvements to the airframe include the Group II Mission Computer Replacement Program, which speeds up the Hawkeyeas computers eight times faster than the older models. The final modification to the E-2C+ Hawkeye is a new flat panel display for the Naval Flight Officeras mission scopes. The new display has a crisper picture, increased contrast and brightness, increased maintenance reliability and is 44 pounds lighter per scope
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This print captures an E-2C+ Hawkeye, stationed on the flight line at Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia. The E-2C+ Hawkeye has undergone significant modifications to enhance its performance and safety. One of the notable upgrades is the installation of the eight-bladed NP2000 propeller, developed by Hamilton-Sundstrand. This new propeller not only improves efficiency but also introduces better maintenance techniques. Furthermore, advancements have been made to the airframe itself. The Group II Mission Computer Replacement Program has significantly boosted computing speed, making the Hawkeye's computers eight times faster than their older counterparts. Additionally, a new flat panel display has been incorporated into the aircraft for enhanced mission scopes used by Naval Flight Officers. This upgraded display offers improved picture quality with increased contrast and brightness while reducing weight per scope by 44 pounds. The E-2C+ Hawkeye serves as an essential asset for airborne early warning control and electronic warfare operations within the US Navy. Equipped with APS 145 radar technology and turboprop engines, this formidable aircraft plays a crucial role in various military missions including Operation Iraqi Freedom. As it sits stationary on the tarmac against a picturesque backdrop of clear skies, this photograph beautifully showcases both its powerful presence and technological advancements that make it an indispensable part of aviation history within the US Armed Forces.
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