S-2 Tracker
The Grumman S-2 Tracker
was the first purpose-built, single airframe anti-submarine
warfare aircraft to enter service with the U.S. Navy.
Designed and initially built by Grumman, the Tracker was of
conventional design with twin engines, a high wing and
tricycle undercarriage. The type was exported to a number of
navies around the world. Introduced in 1952 the Tracker saw
service in the USN until the mid-1970s with a few aircraft
remaining in service with other air arms into the 21st
century. Argentina and Brazil are the last countries to
still use the Tracker.
The Grumman S-2 Tracker was the first purpose-built,
single airframe anti-submarine warfare aircraft to enter
service with the U.S. Navy. Designed and initially built
by Grumman, the Tracker was of conventional design with
twin …
- Maximum speed: 280 mph (450.62 km/h)
- Maiden flight: Dec 04, 1952
- Length: 43' 6" (13.26 m)
- Wingspan: 72' 7" (22.12 m)
- Retired: 1976
- Introduced: Feb 1954