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Sikorsky Secures Deal to Sustain Black Hawk Production
The US Army has awarded Sikorsky, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, a $234.46-million contract modification for the procurement of 16 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters. The contract will help sustain Black Hawk production as Sikorsky transitions from its current multiyear deal to a future procurement agreement. The UH-60M variant features improved capabilities, including increased payload and range, advanced digital avionics, and enhanced situational awareness. According to Lockheed Martin, the Black Hawk can be reconfigured for various missions, including medical evacuation and electronic warfare. This contract was reported by Unknown Source.