Aircraft

A Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk (or closely related SH-60 Seahawk) military utility helicopter in flight.

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📝 Spotter's notes

A Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk (or closely related SH-60 Seahawk) military utility helicopter in flight.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type SH60
Model UH-60 Black Hawk / SH-60 Seahawk
Manufacturer Sikorsky
Livery RAAF Military Grey
Military Military

🔧 Technicals

Engine 2× General Electric T700-GE-401C turboshafts
Thrust 2,125 shp (1,585 kW) each (for UH-60L/M variant)
Wingspan Main rotor diameter: 16.36 m
Length 19.76 m (with rotors turning)
Height 5.13 m
MTOW 9,926 kg
Range 591 km
Capacity Up to 14 troops or 2,640 kg of cargo
Cruise Speed 282 km/h
Noise Rating Typical military rotorcraft; not certified under ICAO civilian noise standards

📍 Location

Airport Code XRH/YSRI
Airport Name RAAF Base Richmond
Viewing Spot Airshow

📷 Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR