March 4, 2024
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Newly Inducted Seahawks Set to Boost India’s Maritime Prowess

The Seahawks, a maritime variant of the Blackhawk helicopter, are a part of the 24-aircraft contract signed with the US government in February 2020….reports Asian Lite News

In what will mark another milestone in India’s defence modernisation journey, the Indian Navy will commission the newly inducted MH 60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter on March 6, 2024. The commissioning ceremony will be held at INS Garuda in Kochi, Kerala.

The Seahawks, a maritime variant of the Blackhawk helicopter, are a part of the 24-aircraft contract signed with the US government in February 2020.

The Indian Navy is set to witness a significant surge in its maritime prowess with the induction of the Seahawks, the Ministry of Defence said on Sunday (March 3, 2024).

1. The helicopter is designed for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), search and rescue (SAR), medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) and vertical replenishment (VERTREP).

2. The helicopter has been rigorously tested in Indian Reference Atmosphere (IRA) conditions and is fully integrated into the Fleet. 

3. The advanced weapons, sensors and avionics suite make the Seahawks ideal for the Indian Navy’s maritime security needs, offering enhanced capabilities for both conventional as well as asymmetric threats.

4. The MH 60R helicopter would enhance India’s blue-water capabilities, extending the operational reach of the Navy and supporting sustained naval operations across spectrums and over vast maritime domains. 

5. The Seahawk’s deployment in the IOR would strengthen the Indian Navy’s maritime presence, dissuading potential threats and ensuring a secure and safe environment in this strategically crucial region.

“The commissioning of the Seahawks underscores Indian Navy’s steadfast dedication to fortifying maritime security, aligning seamlessly with the Government of India’s visionary goal of ensuring Security And Growth for All in the Region,” the Ministry of Defence said.  (India News Network)

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