Introduction to the Iconic Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter
The U.S. Army identified the need for a Utility Tactical Transport Aircraft System (UTTAS). They aimed at replacing the UH-1 Iroquois. For this purpose, the Sikorsky Model S-60 came into the picture. The first flight of the prototype took place on October 17, 1974. The Army intended to order 2,260 units of what became the UH-60 Black Hawk. However, budget limitations led to reducing the order down to 1,400 units. The first Black Hawk entered service in June 1979.