Guardrail Modernization
For fast changing missions like the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT), the U.S. Army needs an airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) system that can deliver an unprecedented new level of sensor-centric capability and performance. Modernizing the existing fleet of Guardrail aircraft provides the ability to meet that challenge in an affordable and timely manner with best-of-breed technology.
Long recognized as the world’s preeminent airborne signal intelligence (SIGINT) system, Guardrail has supplied critical intelligence and target information to the warfighter since 1971. Northrop Grumman has partnered with the Army in developing, deploying and evolving the system and its capabilities from day one.
Today, Northrop Grumman is leading the Guardrail modernization team, improving mission readiness and sustainability. This modernization program offers a cost-effective, lowrisk solution that can swiftly adapt to today’s and tomorrow’s worldwide missions and conflicts.