US Drone RQ-4B Conducts Reconnaissance Flights Near Belarus, Kaliningrad
A US drone mission near Belarus and Kaliningrad likely gathered intel on Russian military activity and China’s growing presence in the region.
RQ-4 Global Hawk
North Korea’s Drone Development: Are They Truly Parallel to U.S. Models?
While North Korea’s Morning Star-4 and Morning Star-9 drones bear a striking resemblance to American models, the true litmus test of their capabilities lies not in their outward appearance but in their performance and effectiveness, which may not match the sophistication of their U.S. counterparts.
The RQ-4 Global Hawk: A Breakthrough in Unmanned Aircraft Systems
The RQ-4 Global Hawk, an unmanned aircraft system (UAS), represents a revolution in aerial reconnaissance.
US Reduces Global Hawk Drone Operations Over Black Sea After Russian Attack
Following the March 14 downing, the US reportedly scaled back its recon operations of MQ-4 Global Hawk over the Black Sea.
The Pic of the Day: That’s One Big Ass UAV
An Airman pulls chocks beside an RQ-4 Global Hawk remotely piloted aircraft as it’s towed across the flightline. Oct. 23, 2020.
The Pic of the Day: Air Force puts up an Elephant Walk as a reminder to China
A U.S. Navy MH-60S Knighthawk, U.S. Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawk, Navy MQ-4C Triton, Air Force B-52 Stratofortresses, and KC-135 Stratotankers stationed at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, perform an “Elephant Walk” April 13, 2020. The Elephant Walk showcases the 36th Wing’s readiness and ability to generate combat airpower at a moment’s notice to ensure […]
The Pic of the Day: Who said all drones are small?
An RQ-4 Global Hawk receives routine maintenance after being refueled on June 12, 2019, at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. The Global Hawk mission is one that continues 24/7, 365 days per year, which is made possible via a collective effort of every squadron on base.
Op-Ed: Iran situation goes from bad to worse
Iran shot down an American drone on Thursday, supposedly over international waters, which the United States deemed an “unprovoked attack” in the Strait of Hormuz. It’s a further escalation of rising conflict between these countries. In the aftermath, an American reprisal airstrike against Iranian missile defense systems was first approved, then canceled, by President Trump. […]
Air Force Names First Ever Enlisted Female Pilot. She Will Fly the RQ-4 Global Hawk Drone
The Air Force made history when they announced their first ever female enlisted pilot. Tech Sgt. Courtney will be flying the RQ-4 Global Hawk drone. The Air Force’s first female enlisted pilot in its history is ready to take command of the controls. “I was shocked, but it’s a huge honor and humbling – excited to learn about […]
