Getting Started
Welcome to the UH-60M Blackhawk documentation for Delta Simulations. This guide will help you understand the aircraft systems, flight controls, and operational procedures.
Introduction
The UH-60M Blackhawk is a medium-lift utility helicopter used for transport, medical evacuation, and special operations. This guide is intended for virtual simulation purposes using Microsoft Flight Simulator and Delta Simulations’ add-ons.
Aircraft Overview
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Simulated Version | UH-60M "Mike" w/ UES |
| Crew | 2 Pilots + 2 Crew |
| Passengers | Up to 11 |
| Max Speed | 183 knots (211 mph) |
| Service Ceiling | 19,000 ft |
| Engines | 2 × T700-GE-701D Turboshaft |
Simulated Variants
| Variants | Description |
|---|---|
| UH-60M | A base "Mike" model with UES, advanced flight control system, and upgraded rotor blades. Standard configuration for troop transport and utility missions. |
| HH-60M | 2 Pilots + 2 Crew with dedicated medical evacuation configuration, including integrated patient treatment system, equipped with an external rescue hoist. |
| HH-60W "Jolly Green II" | - The US Air Force's newest Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) helicopter featuring increased fuel capacity, advanced defensive systems, and improved armor protection for personnel recovery missions. |
| HH-60U "Ghost Hawk" | A byproduct of a test cycle, these rarely seen aircraft are used as a testbed for Skunkworks UH-60M modifications and security of the Groom Lake area. |
| MH-60M | Piloted exclusively by the U.S. Army's 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR), also known as the Night Stalkers, this special operations variant is equipped with several advanced sensors and capabilities to allow clandestine operations. |
| MH-60M "DAP" | The DAP - Direct Action Penetrator, is the weaponised variant of the 160th's MH-60M. Using external stores, it can be equipped with several weapons platforms. |
| S-70i | The civilian/international export variant, this can be customized for global customers. |
