Aircraft UH-60 Black HawkThe UH-60 is a utility tactical transport helicopter capable of moving an entire 11-person, fully-equipped infantry squad through most weather conditions. Its primary mission roles are in aero-medical evacuation, air cavalry and air assault but it can also be configured for executive transport, search and rescue, armed escort, and electronic warfare. The Black Hawk’s airframe is designed to progressively crush on impact to protect its crew and passengers. If equipped with External Stores Support System the Black Hawk is capable of carrying up to 16 Hellfire missiles and can mount two M60 7.62mm machine guns in its windows. |