Multi-Mssn Helicopter Upgrade Dev
Abstract
This Program Element includes funding for the development support for the improvements to current systems for the MH-60R. The MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopter provides battle group protection and adds significant capability in coastal littorals and regional conflicts. The MH-60R represents a significant avionics improvement to the H-60 series helicopters by enhancing primary mission areas of Undersea Warfare and Surface Warfare. Secondary mission areas include Search and Rescue, Vertical Replenishment, Naval Surface Fire Support, logistics support, personnel transport and Medical Evacuation. FY14 budget request funds APKWS development and government engineering, logistics, and testing for APKWS, the gearbox corrosion upgrade and mission avionics.
Document Details
- Document Type
- R2 Budgetary Justification
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2014
- Source ID
- 0604216N_5_1319_PB_2014
- Change Summary Explanation
- Technical: The aluminum gearbox development effort has been replaced by upgrading the current magnesium gearbox. Both efforts reduce gearbox corrosion and lower total ownership costs; however, the upgraded magnesium box provides a significant developmental cost savings. Schedule: APKWS testing efforts commence in FY 2014.
- Service Agency Name
- Navy
Entities
Organizations
- United States Navy
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