C-2A GREYHOUND

force to provide early warning of approaching enemy aircraft and direct interceptors into attack position. E-2C HAWKEYE.—The E-2C Hawkeye (fig. 8-48) has long-range antennas that are enclosed in a saucer-shaped, rotating disk atop the fuselage. The Hawkeye is manned by a crew of five. ES-3 SHADOW.— The ES-3 Shadow (fig. 8-49) is a jet aircraft used to collect and disseminate tactical aircraft resembles the S-3 Viking, with the addition of numerous antennas and antenna housings. The ES-3 Shadow is a carrier-based, subsonic, all-weather, long-range, electronic reconnaissance aircraft. It operates primarily with carrier battle groups providing indications and warning support to the battle group and joint theater commanders. It carries an electronic sensors and communications gear. C-2A GREYHOUND.— The C-2A Greyhound (fig. 8-50) is a twin-engine cargo aircraft, designed to land on aircraft carriers. The C-2A Greyhound provides logistics support to aircraft carriers. It’s powered by two PT-6 turboprop engines and can deliver a payload of up to 10,000 pounds. The cabin can carry cargo, passengers, or both. It’s also equipped to accept litter patients in medical evacuation missions. Cargo such as jet engines can be transported from shore to ship in a matter of hours. A cage system or transport stand provides cargo restraint for loads during carrier launch or landing. The large aft cargo ramp and door and a powered winch allow straight-in rear cargo loading and downloading for fast turnaround. The C-2A’s open-ramp flight capability allows airdrop of supplies and personnel from a carrier-launched aircraft. This, plus its folding wings and an on-board auxiliary power unit for engine starting and ground power self-sufficiency in remote areas, provide an operational versatility found in no other cargo aircraft. C-2 SKYTRAIN.—The C-9 Skytrain (fig. 8-51) fleet is located throughout the continental United States, Europe, and Asia. The Navy and Marine Corps C-9 aircraft provide cargo and passenger transportation as well as forward deployment logistics support. The Air Force C-9s are used for medical evacuation, passenger transportation, and special missions. The C-9 Skytrain 8-38 Student Notes: Photograph courtesy of PH2 Damon J. Mortiz Figure 8-48.—E-2C Hawkeye waits for direction prior to flight operations on the USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Photograph courtesy of LCDR Mike Harrison Figure 8-49.—ES-3 Shadow landing aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). Photograph courtesy of Larry Smith Figure 8-50.—C-2A Greyhound landing aboard USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67).