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NATO’s Alliance Ground Surveillance Drone Program Reaches Initial Operational Capability

By Matthew Beinart

Tuesday, February 16th, 2021

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NATO’s Alliance Ground Surveillance Drone Program Reaches Initial Operational Capability

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NATO said Monday its Alliance Ground Surveillance (AGS) platform, which includes a modified version of Northrop Grumman’s [NOC] Global Hawk drone, has reached initial operational capability (IOC). The milestone for AGS was achieved after receiving the fifth and final RQ-4D surveillance drone, which will be operated by NATO forces to provide worldwide imaging data and improve surveillance for member nations. “IOC represents a culmination of collective efforts across several international organizations. Since its inception each group has played a crucial…

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