Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk

The Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk is a twin-engine, multi-mission naval helicopter. Developed from the UH-60 Black Hawk, the SH-60 is primarily used by the United States Navy for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), search and rescue (SAR), and anti-surface warfare (ASuW) operations.

The SH-60 Seahawk entered service in the 1980s and continues to be used today. It typically carries a crew of three to four, including two pilots and one or two sensor operators. The aircraft can be equipped with torpedoes, Hellfire missiles, machine guns, advanced sonar systems, and radar for tracking submarines and surface vessels. Its endurance and versatility allow it to operate from frigates, destroyers, and aircraft carriers.

The Navy employs the SH-60 Seahawk for various missions, including submarine detection, surveillance, search and rescue, and medical evacuation. It is also used to transport supplies and personnel between ships at sea. The helicopter's ability to deploy from various vessels makes it versatile.

The SH-60 continues to evolve with modernized variants such as the MH-60R and MH-60S, which are fitted with updated avionics and mission systems. One notable detail is that the Seahawk was the first U.S. Navy helicopter designed explicitly for shipboard operations from the outset.