| The
Seahawk and Ocean Hawk are variations of the Sikorsky S-70. When the U.
S. Navy's LAMPS (Light Airborne Multi-Purpose System) program required
a helicopter with a capability superior to that of the Kaman Seasprite
which won the LAMPS Mk 1 contract, substantial commonality with the UH-60A
meant that significant economies could result from selection of the navalised
S-70L, the SH-60B Seahawk. This version has chin-mounted surveillance radar,
ESM (electronic support measures) equipment, a starboard-side pylon for
MAD (magnetic anomaly detection) equipment, a sonobuoy launcher, automatic
rotor folding, tail pylon folding, and modified landing gear. Initial deliveries
were made on March 24, 1979. The SH-60F Ocean Hawk provides inner ASW screening
for US carrier battle groups, and is less heavily equipped than the Seahawk.
The Ocean hawk is a replacement for the SH-3H Sea King. |
These models are in precision polymer to exacting
specifications. They are hand painted, and come fully assembled with removable
desk stand. |