U.S. Drone Over Strait of Hormuz After Ceasefire Agreement

On Wednesday, April 8, Misbar’s team at Al Araby TV tracked a U.S. Grumman MQ-4C Triton drone flying over the Arabian Gulf along the edge of Iranian airspace, with its movement concentrated above the Strait of Hormuz.

Flight-tracking data from Flightradar24 showed the drone took off at 2:54 a.m. GMT from Naval Air Station Sigonella in Italy. It then headed toward the coast of Iran’s Kharg Island before carrying out a reconnaissance circuit over the Arabian Gulf, flying in a circular pattern above the Strait of Hormuz.

The aircraft, registered as 169804, was flying at an altitude of 51,000 feet and a speed of 268 knots.

U.S. MQ-4C Triton Drone: Key Features and Capabilities

The MQ-4C Triton is a U.S. high-altitude, long-endurance reconnaissance drone developed by Northrop Grumman for the U.S. Navy. It provides continuous maritime surveillance and gathers intelligence over oceans and coastlines.

The drone can fly for 24 to 30 hours at altitudes of 50,000 to 56,000 feet, with a range of 7,400 to 8,200 nautical miles. Its 360-degree sensor suite includes an MFAS radar and electro-optical and infrared sensors, enabling it to detect, track, and classify ships from long distances. The Triton also supports reconnaissance, search-and-rescue operations, and early warning of missile threats.

Naval Air Station Sigonella in Italy

Naval Air Station Sigonella, located on the island of Sicily near the city of Catania, is one of NATO’s key bases in the Mediterranean. The base hosts units from the Italian Air Force and the U.S. Navy and serves as a central hub for maritime patrols, intelligence operations, and drone missions across the Mediterranean and North Africa.

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