Sikorsky HH-60J Jayhawk
First flight 08 Aug 1989. Initial IOC 01 Oct 1989. From 2007 to 2014, US Coast Guard HH-60Js were upgraded to the MH-60T version. The MH-60T version includes a glass cockpit, enhanced optics and infrared sensors. An provided "airborne use of force package" includesa 7.62mm machine gun and a .50 caliber Barrett M82 semi-automatic rifle for firing warning and disabling shots, as well as hull armor to protect the aircrew from small arms fire (source: USCG Acquisition Directorate).
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.
Primary manufacturer: Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.
Parent type: Sikorsky S-70/H-60
Aircraft status: Operational
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift configuration: Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: Tail rotor
Crew required: 2
Crew seating: Side-by-side
Landing gear: Wheels (non-retractable)
Overall Dimensions
Data on aircraft sizeOverall Height: 5.18 m (17.0 ft)
Overall Length: 19.81 m (65.0 ft)
Overall Width: 16.46 m (54.0 ft)
Engine Details
Aircraft powerplant (lift and/or propulsion)Total number of engines: 2
Engine designation: GE T700-GE-401C turbine
Engine manufacturer: GE Aviation
Max continuous power: 1240 kW (1662 hp)
Intermediate power: 1343 kW (1800 hp)
Maximum power: 1410 kW (1890 hp)
Weights and Performance
Data on aircraft weight and flight characteristicsMax Gross Weight (ground): 9926 kg (21884 lb)
Max Gross Weight (airborne): 12648 kg (27884 lb)
Max Range: 1296 km (700 nm)
Max Endurance: 7.0 hrs (7.0 hrs)
