U.S. E-2 Hawkeye Early Warning and Control Aircraft

The E-2 Hawkeye brought airborne early warning to United States carrier air wings during the Cold War. Its rotating radar dome above a twin-turboprop airframe gives the design a distinctive appearance. By detecting aircraft beyond a ship’s radar horizon and directing friendly fighters, Hawkeyes became important fleet command-and-control assets. Later versions introduced improved radar and electronics; the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye was not technically identical to early E-2 models. The E2’s ability to operate from a carrier linked surveillance directly to the fleet at sea. Land-based radar aircraft could not always provide the same geographic presence. Its rotating radar dome distinguishes the aircraft’s silhouette from ordinary carrier transports.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1946, Global War 1985, Global War 2025, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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