Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk (likely HH-60M MEDEVAC variant)

Ashley 🇺🇸

19 Mar 2026 · © @ashley.kennedy.photography

Taking off from PDK…why does it land there when Dobbins is so close?

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Aircraft

UH-60 Black Hawk (likely HH-60M MEDEVAC variant) H60

United States Army, Medical evacuation (red cross symbol)

Manufacturer

Sikorsky

Gear

Nikon d750

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Location

DeKalb Peachtree Airport

PDK/KPDK

33.8804, -84.3025

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DeKalb Peachtree Airport PDK

Airport

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Aviation History

The Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk is a highly influential utility helicopter, primary battlefield transport and MEDEVAC platform for US and allied military forces since late 1970s.

Fleet Rarity

Extremely common in US and allied military service; tens of thousands built in all variants.

Record Flights

Black Hawks have set several records for endurance and resilience in combat operations.

Safety & Events

Notably used in many U.S. military operations, including Operation Gothic Serpent (\'Black Hawk Down\') and global disaster relief.

Future Outlook

Still in active service worldwide, with ongoing upgrades and new-builds.

Specifications

GE T700-GE-701C/D turboshaft

Engine

Rotor diameter: 16.36 m

Wingspan

19.76 m

Length

592 km

Range

280 km/h

Speed

Infantry: 11 troops (HH-60M: up to 6 casualties)

Capacity

10,659 kg

MTOW

5.13 m

Height

Each engine: 1410 kW (1,890 shp)

Thrust

Not rated by ICAO (military, varies)

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