Tracking NATO’s ISR Flights Near Ukraine — June Until August
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The article discusses a recent surveillance flight data in the Ukraine region, covering the period from June to August. The data shows a decline in NATO intelligence flights in the region, particularly around the Black Sea. The author notes that some of this decline may be due to the global Hawk drone turning off its transponder in the past few months. The article highlights several aircraft types, including the E-3 AWACS, EP-3E, and RC-35 Rivet Joint. The E-3 AWACS is used for radar detection and was seen flying over Poland, the Baltic Sea, and Western Ukraine. The EP-3E is an electronic signals reconnaissance aircraft used for intercepting signals and was seen flying over the Black Sea and Romania. The RC-35 Rivet Joint is a joint surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft used for detecting targets and was seen flying over the Black Sea and border regions. The article also mentions the Global Hawk, a high-altitude long-range drone used for surveillance and reconnaissance, which saw a decrease in flights. Additionally, aircraft like the P-8 and S100 AWACS were not seen as frequently this year as they were last year. The article concludes that the decrease in flights may be due to factors such as cost, maintenance, or unsuitability for the tasks.