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RQ-4B Global Hawk (Block 30 First Flight)
Northrop Grumman · USA
The Block 30 "B" model introduced the ability to carry both imagery sensors and signals intelligence (SIGINT) equipment at the same time. This made it a "one-stop-shop" for strategic surveillance, capable of eavesdropping on enemy radios while taking pictures.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 629 km/h |
| Range | 22,780 km |
| Ceiling | 18,300 m |
| Engines | 1x Rolls-Royce F137-RR-100 turbofan |
Armament & Payload
None.