MQ-4C Triton UAS Completes Operational Assessment
16 Février 2016 - 3:30PM
The MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft system (UAS) built for the U.S.
Navy by Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has successfully
completed Operational Assessment (OA). Pending final data analysis,
the completion of this milestone signals the maturity of the system
and paves the way for a positive Milestone C decision. Milestone C
will transition Triton into low rate initial production.
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As part of OA, an integrated test team made up of Navy personnel
from Air Test and Evaluation Squadrons VX-1 and VX-20, Unmanned
Patrol Squadron, VUP-19 and Northrop Grumman demonstrated the
reliability of Triton over the course of approximately 60 flight
hours. The team analyzed sensor imagery and validated radar
performance of Triton's sensors at different altitudes and ranges.
The aircraft system's ability to classify targets and disseminate
critical data was also examined as part of the operational
effectiveness and suitability testing. Successful evaluation of
Triton's time on station confirmed that it will meet flight
duration requirements.
"Operational assessment for Triton included several flights
which exercised the weapon system through operationally relevant
scenarios that demonstrated its readiness to meet the Navy's
maritime intelligence, reconnaissance and surveillance needs," said
Doug Shaffer, vice president, Triton programs, Northrop Grumman.
"As a result of the flight tests, the program moves one step closer
to a milestone C decision later this spring."
Northrop Grumman is a leading global security company providing
innovative systems, products and solutions in unmanned systems,
cyber, C4ISR, and logistics and modernization to government and
commercial customers worldwide. Please visit
www.northropgrumman.com for more information.
CONTACT: Rene' Freeland
858-618-4080 (office)
858-210-5828 (mobile)
rene.freeland@ngc.com
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