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The '''Sikorsky MH-60 Blackhawk''' is a modified [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sikorsky_UH-60_Black_Hawk UH-60 Blackhawk] assault helicopter used by the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/160th_Special_Operations_Aviation_Regiment_(United_States) US Army 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment "Nightstalkers"]. A new avionics suite includes interactive Multi-Function Displays (MFDs), Forward-Looking Infrared (FLIR), digital map generator, and terrain avoidance/terrain following multi-mode radar. It has full shipboard operability, and is capable of providing long-range airlifts into hostile territory in adverse weather conditions. Other modifications include auxiliary internal fuel tanks, two M134D miniguns, an air-to-air refueling probe, and an external hoist. . A modification for the MH-60L allows it to be configured as a Direct Action Penetrator, or DAP. The DAP is capable of being armed with Hellfire missiles, an M230 Chain Gun 30 mm automatic cannon, Hydra 70 2.75-inch (70 mm) rockets, and M134D gatling guns operated as door guns or fixed forward. |
The '''Sikorsky MH-60 Blackhawk''' is a modified [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sikorsky_UH-60_Black_Hawk UH-60 Blackhawk] assault helicopter used by the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/160th_Special_Operations_Aviation_Regiment_(United_States) US Army 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment "Nightstalkers"]. A new avionics suite includes interactive Multi-Function Displays (MFDs), Forward-Looking Infrared (FLIR), digital map generator, and terrain avoidance/terrain following multi-mode radar. It has full shipboard operability, and is capable of providing long-range airlifts into hostile territory in adverse weather conditions. Other modifications include auxiliary internal fuel tanks, two M134D miniguns, an air-to-air refueling probe, and an external hoist. . A modification for the MH-60L allows it to be configured as a Direct Action Penetrator, or DAP. The DAP is capable of being armed with Hellfire missiles, an M230 Chain Gun 30 mm automatic cannon, Hydra 70 2.75-inch (70 mm) rockets, and M134D gatling guns operated as door guns or fixed forward. |
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| − | The MH-60L Blackhawk is a modified UH-60L primarily used for special operations. It is upgraded with an AN/APQ-174 millimetric wave radar and a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) system, as well as various |
+ | The MH-60L Blackhawk is a modified UH-60L primarily used for special operations. It is upgraded with an AN/APQ-174 millimetric wave radar and a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) system, as well as various defensive measures, such as laser detectors, chaff and flare dispensers, infrared jamming systems, and missile plume detectors. |
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+ | The DAP is an MH-60L with a kit added to provide close air support capability. The kit allows the airframe to be loaded with a number of both anti-air and air-to-ground weaponry on the shortened External Stores Support System (ESSS) stub wings. |
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Revision as of 17:05, 20 September 2011
The Sikorsky MH-60 Blackhawk is a modified UH-60 Blackhawk assault helicopter used by the US Army 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment "Nightstalkers". A new avionics suite includes interactive Multi-Function Displays (MFDs), Forward-Looking Infrared (FLIR), digital map generator, and terrain avoidance/terrain following multi-mode radar. It has full shipboard operability, and is capable of providing long-range airlifts into hostile territory in adverse weather conditions. Other modifications include auxiliary internal fuel tanks, two M134D miniguns, an air-to-air refueling probe, and an external hoist. . A modification for the MH-60L allows it to be configured as a Direct Action Penetrator, or DAP. The DAP is capable of being armed with Hellfire missiles, an M230 Chain Gun 30 mm automatic cannon, Hydra 70 2.75-inch (70 mm) rockets, and M134D gatling guns operated as door guns or fixed forward.
Description
The MH-60L Blackhawk is a modified UH-60L primarily used for special operations. It is upgraded with an AN/APQ-174 millimetric wave radar and a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) system, as well as various defensive measures, such as laser detectors, chaff and flare dispensers, infrared jamming systems, and missile plume detectors.
The DAP is an MH-60L with a kit added to provide close air support capability. The kit allows the airframe to be loaded with a number of both anti-air and air-to-ground weaponry on the shortened External Stores Support System (ESSS) stub wings.
Armaments
- 2x M134 miniguns (AC:AH)
Gameplay
Assault Horizon
The MH-60 Blackhawk will be the vehicle employed by the player in certain points of Assault Horizon's narrative. Under the control of James Mitchell, players will act as the gunner of a Blackhawk assault helicopter.
Gallery
James Mitchell attacks hostiles from a Blackhawk
- Direct Assault.jpg
An MH-60L prepares for troop insertion.
An MH-60 flying into battle. A single AH-64D Apache can be seen flying in front of the MH-60.
A Blackhawk unit raiding a transport ship.
An MH-60 gunner attacks a Mi-24 Hind from above.
- Mh60 image01.jpg
Trivia
- The MH-60 Blackhawk is the first aircraft in the Ace Combat series in which the player flies as a passenger.
- The MH-60L has been featured in the movie Black Hawk Down and gained fame for its use in the Battle of Mogadishu in Somalia in 1993.