AW109 vs UH-60 Black Hawk
The AW109 and the UH-60 Black Hawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 311 km/h for the AW109 vs 294 km/h for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AW109 has an operational range of 932 km vs 590 km for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AW109 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,791 m for the UH-60 Black Hawk. At 10,659 kg MTOW, the UH-60 Black Hawk is 3.6x the AW109's 3,000 kg. The AW109 has been produced in 124 units vs 5,000 for the UH-60 Black Hawk. Unit cost is $8M for the AW109 vs $21M for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AW109 first flew 3 years before the UH-60 Black Hawk (1971 vs 1974).
| Italian multipurpose helicopter, notable for its use in law enforcement, air ambulance and military roles since the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 4 August 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| American utility helicopter, renowned for service in Iraq and Afghanistan, extensively employed for troop transport and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $21 million |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 932 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 426 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 294 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 590 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,659 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,819 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 294 km/h, a difference of 17 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 590 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AW109 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 5,791 meters (18,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,659 kg compared to the AW109's 3,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the AW109's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW109 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the AW109 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AW109 entered service first in 1976, 3 years before the UH-60 Black Hawk which entered service in 1979.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 124 units of the AW109.