P-8 Objective and Capabilities

The P-8 is a true Multi-Mission Maritime Aircraft (MMA) offering surveillance and reconnaissance, long-range anti-submarine warfare capabilities and search and rescue.

August 26, 2022 in Defense

The P-8 is a true Multi-Mission Maritime Aircraft (MMA) offering surveillance and reconnaissance, long-range anti-submarine warfare capabilities and search and rescue. The P-8 is the most capable multi-mission aircraft deployed around the world, protecting seas and securing borders.

Deployed around the world, with over 151 aircraft in service, and over 450,000 collective mishap free flight-hours. P-8 customers include the U.S. Navy, the Royal Australian Air Force, the Indian Navy, the United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force and the Royal Norwegian Air Force. First deliveries to New Zealand, Korea and Germany will take place in 2022, 2023 and 2024 respectively.