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Sustaining the Global Workhorse: Duotech Services and the UH-60 Black Hawk Platform

Since its introduction in 1979, the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk has earned a reputation as one of the most capable and adaptable utility helicopters in the world. Designed to meet the U.S. Army’s need for a reliable, multi-mission aircraft, the Black Hawk has become a mainstay of military operations for over four decades.

Its impressive versatility allows it to support a wide range of missions, including troop transport, medical evacuation (MEDEVAC), search and rescue (SAR), special operations, and humanitarian disaster relief. The UH-60’s rugged design, superior lift capacity, and modern avionics have enabled it to evolve alongside changing mission demands, making it a true workhorse across the battlespace.

Mission Significance: Why the UH-60 Matters

With more than 2,000 UH-60 helicopters in active service, the Black Hawk is the backbone of U.S. Army Aviation. Its consistent presence in global operations demonstrates its strategic value, not only to the United States but also to international partners who rely on it for critical mission success.

Today, the Black Hawk is flown by over 30 countries, contributing to interoperability among allied forces and strengthening coalition operations. For Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partners, the UH-60 offers a reliable, combat-proven solution that enhances their own national security capabilities.

As modern aircraft development continues, the need to sustain and support legacy platforms like the Black Hawk becomes even more essential. These aircraft still play a critical role in military readiness and require dependable, long-term sustainment strategies.

Global Reach: Operators and Variants of the UH-60

The UH-60's global footprint underscores its flexibility and effectiveness across a wide range of defense environments.

Major Global Operators Include:

  • Australia (UH-60M)

  • Colombia (including Arpía gunship variants)

  • Israel (UH-60A/Yanshuf)

  • Japan (UH-60JA, UH-60J)

  • Mexico

  • The Philippines

Key Variants of the UH-60 Platform:

  • UH-60A/L/M – Standard utility models with progressively enhanced avionics and performance.

  • HH-60M – Dedicated MEDEVAC configuration with advanced onboard medical systems.

  • MH-60 – Modified versions for special operations with enhanced electronics and survivability.

  • S-70i – International export model tailored for global customers.

  • UH-60V – Upgraded UH-60L airframes with a modern glass cockpit and avionics suite for improved interoperability.

Who We Are: Duotech Services

At Duotech Services, we specialize in electronic sustainment and lifecycle support for military and aerospace platforms. Our mission is to ensure mission-critical systems remain operational and reliable, even as platforms age and components become obsolete.

Our core capabilities include:

  • Electronic component repair and overhaul

  • Reverse engineering and obsolescence mitigation

  • Custom automated test equipment (ATE) design and support

  • Engineering services and technical documentation

We help customers extend the life of legacy systems while improving performance, reducing cost, and maintaining readiness.

Duotech & the UH-60: Field-Proven Support

Reliable communications are vital on the battlefield, linking aircraft to command centers, ground units, and other air assets. Duotech’s support helps ensure that UH-60 operators maintain secure and effective lines of communication, whether during coordinated assaults, humanitarian operations, or medevac missions.

Critical Flight Control System Sustainment for the UH-60

In addition to communications support, Duotech has a long-standing history of sustaining critical flight control systems for the UH-60 Black Hawk. We offer in-depth repair, overhaul, and test capabilities for components vital to flight safety and control.

Supported systems include:

  • Electronic flight control actuators

  • Flight data processors

  • Other precision control electronics

These components are essential for pilot safety and aircraft responsiveness during complex flight operations. Our services ensure these systems operate within strict tolerances, reducing downtime and extending the airframe's service life while maintaining full mission capability.

Aviation Heritage Since 1982

For over four decades, Duotech Services has supported both fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms. From fighters like the F-5 and A-10 to transport aircraft such as the C-130 and trainers like the T-38, we bring deep expertise across a broad spectrum of aircraft systems.

Our team has provided avionics repair, radar system maintenance, environmental control support, and custom test equipment development, building a reputation for technical excellence and reliability.

Positioned for the Future

As defense budgets evolve and legacy platforms remain in service longer, the demand for high-quality, cost-effective sustainment solutions will only grow. Duotech is uniquely positioned to meet this challenge.

Our investment in engineering capabilities, test system development, and reverse design positions us as a strategic partner in sustaining legacy aircraft like the UH-60 Black Hawk for decades to come.

Whether supporting U.S. forces or allied operators around the world, Duotech delivers the tools and expertise to keep these vital aircraft mission-ready.

Contact Duotech Services to learn how our electronic sustainment and flight-critical system support can help you maintain operational readiness across your UH-60 fleet and beyond. Contact us today at business_development@duotechservices.com to start your next project with a trusted defense partner.