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Sikorsky MH-60S Knighthawk
The MH-60S Seahawk does anti-surface warfare, combat support, humanitarian disaster relief, combat search and rescue, aeromedical evacuation, special warfare and airborne mine countermeasures. It replaced the aging H-46D helicopters, and its glass cockpit is shared with the MH-60R. Two General Electric T700-GE-401C engines power it, and a crew of four flies it. Naval Air Systems Command gives a maximum airspeed of 180 knots, a ceiling of 13,000 feet, a range of 245 nautical miles, an empty weight of 14,430 pounds and a maximum gross weight of 23,500 pounds. Its inventory is 256.
- Engines
- Two General Electric T700-GE-401C turboshafts mounted above the fuselage
- Max takeoff weight
- 23,500 lb (10,659 kg)
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Specifications
| Length | 64 ft 10 in (19.76 m) |
|---|---|
| Height | 17 ft 0 in (5.18 m) |
| Ceiling | 13,000 ft (4,000 m) |
| Entry into service | August 2002 |
| Status | In service |
Who flies it
- US Navy
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