SIKORSKY SH-60B SEAHAWK
SIKORSKY SH-60B Seahawk
This aircraft is not currently on public display.
The SH-60B Seahawk is an anti-submarine helicopter developed from the UH-60A Blackhawk for the U.S. Navy to replace the SH-2 Seasprite. Development began in the late 1970s with the prototype’s first flight occurring in 1979. The helicopter features several changes from the U.S. Army’s Blackhawk including; more powerful engines, greater fuel capacity, weapons pylons capable of carrying torpedoes and anti-ship missiles, a surface search radar, and 25 sonobuoys. The Seahawk entered service in 1984 and operated primarily from frigates, destroyers, and cruisers. Upgraded versions continue in service with the U.S. Navy and several foreign navies as of 2017.
| Rotor Diamter | 53 ft 8 in. |
Rotor Diameter |
| Length | 64 ft 8 in. |
Length |
| Height | 17 ft 2 in. |
Height |
| Weight | 17,758 pounds (loaded) |
Weight |
| Max. Speed | 168 mph |
Maximum Speed |
| Service Ceiling | 12,000 ft |
Service Ceiling |
| Range | 450 miles |
Range |
| Engines | Two General Electric T700-GE-401C Turboshafts with 1,890 horsepower each |
Engines |
| Crew | 3 |
Crew |
Manufacturer
SIKORSKY
Markings
Helicopter Anti-Submarine (Light) Squadron 49 (HSL-49), Naval Air Station North Island, California, 2011
Serial Number
162134
Designation
SH-60B