The U.S. Navy today announced the Commonwealth of Australia has selected the MH-60R SEAHAWK® helicopter for a fleet of 24 new-generation naval combat aircraft.
The Commonwealth will acquire the helicopters with associated training and logistical support via the U.S. Government’s Foreign Military Sales program.
The Team selected, Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. and Lockheed Martin, have co-developed and delivered maritime helicopters for the U.S. Navy for more than 35 years.
They are teamed with engine manufacturer GE Aviation, sonar and sensor provider Raytheon Company, and training and simulator provider CAE for the Phase 8 competition.
The Letter of Acceptance marks the first-ever purchase of the U.S. Navy’s MH-60R helicopter outside the United States.
The Royal Australian Navy is expected to take delivery of the first two MH-60R helicopters in 2014.
