First E-2D Advanced Hawkeye in production for France

On December 10, Northrop Grumman announced that the first E-2D Advanced Hawkeye for the French Navy had commenced production at its St Augustine facility. Northrop Grumman is to produce three E-2Ds for France, the example that has begun its journey on the production line is scheduled for delivery in 2027. Artist rendering of a French Navy E-2D. Northrop GrummanThe D variant will replace France’s E-2C Hawkeye 2000. As well as many other capabilities the Advanced Hawkeye will have an air-to-air