SH-62 Sea Sergeant

## SH-62A Sea Sergeant

The **SH-62 Sea Sergeant** is a conventional maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare helicopter used by the UEDF.

## Background

The SH-62 series first entered service during the Global Civil War, a part of a larger family of heavy-lift helicopters designed for military and civilian markets. A dedicated maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare variant, the Sea Sergeant was equipped with the latest in anti-submarine warfare technology. It was used by a number of factions during the Global Civil War, including the Internationalist Coalition who operated examples from the *Kenosha* and other carriers who fielded it against a variety of threats.

Following the creation of the UEDF, the SH-62 was adopted as their standard anti-submarine warfare helicopter. While the UEDF had not anticipated the need for using to fight a potential alien invasion, they still saw an immediate need for the helicopter in securing the oceans from a variety of threats. SH-62s were used against AUL forces, and proved to be an invaluable asset. The SH-62 also holds the dubious claim to fame of being the first aircraft shot down by Zentraedi ground forces during the battle of Macross Island.

After the First Robotech War, the Sea Sergeant remained in service with the UEDF, operating from their remaining surface naval vessels. They also saw use with various minor powers that emerged after the war. While the helicopter was considered obsolete due to its entirely conventional design, the stagnation of wet naval technology meant that it was still considered more than adequate for the task at hand.

In addition, a number of other variants were developed from the same basic airframe. The most common of these was the HH-62 Supply Sergeant, a heavy lift transport helicopter which was widely sold. In addition, a civilian model was developed that proved to be popular with customers across the world. These cargo models were used widely across the world by a number of nations and different groups. While most were destroyed in the Invid Invasion, some survived and were used by resistance groups for transport.

## Capabilities

The design of the Sea Sergeant is largely conventional, drawing inspiration from a variety of older designs. The craft's efficient engines provide it with a long cruise range that makes it well suited for long-range patrols and sweeps, and giving it an excellent loiter time. The floatation hull allows the Sea Sargent to take off and land on calm water surfaces. However, it has no method of propulsion on the surface, and cannot withstand serious waves.

The Sea Sargent had a crew of two seated side-by-side, consisting of a pilot and a weapons officer who also operated the sensory systems. Additional crew were found on some models depending on the role. In order to support its Anti-Submarine Warfare role, the Sea Sergeant was equipped with an extensive sensor suite. This included a surface scanning radar, dunking sonar, sonobuoys and magnetic anomaly detectors. Furthermore, it supports low light vision options. These systems are not present on the unarmed transport models. Sea Sergeants were equipped for long-range communications with surface vessels and other aircraft, as well as submarines if needed. Conversely, civilian models usually had simple radio sets.

The skin of the Sea Sergeant is composed of treated magnesium plate. The skin provides fair protection against small arms fire, and good protection against small grenade and shell fragments, though it is especially vulnerable to incendiary weapons.

## Weapons and Equipment

Four underwing hardpoints, typically equipped with **Mk 53 Kraken** torpedoes for use against surface and underwater targets.

## Game Statistics

* **Required Rank:** 1

* **Designation:** SH-62A

* **Stats**
	+ **Armour – Light:** 2
	+ **Structure – Light:** 12
	+ **Hardware Points**: Basic
	+ **Speed** – **Flight:** 300 kph / 450 m / 45 Ground Units

### Weapons

* **Torpedoes:** The Sea Sergeant can carry torpedoes under its wings to attack targets on the surface and underwater. This weapon can only be used as a part of an Equipment Suite. [H]

* **No Melee:** The Sea Sergeant cannot engage in melee except to make Ramming attacks.

### Features

* **Hover:** As a helicopter, the Sea Sergeant is able to hover or travel at speeds that would stall fixed-wing aerial craft.

* **Floatation Hull:** The Sea Sergeant can take off and land on water.

* **Crew:** The Sea Sergeant has a crew of 2: 1 pilot and 1 gunner. If one crew is missing or injured, then it may still operate but will take penalties to maneuvering and sensor skill rolls.

* **Atmosphere Only:** The Sea Sergeant can only be used in an Earth-like atmosphere.

* **Generic:** The stats for the Sea Sargent can be used to represent other large helicopters.

### Equipment Suites

* **Torpedoes:** The Sea Sargent carries torpedoes to attack targets on the surface and underwater. These weapons can be used up to Long range and inflict Mecha-class damage. [B5]
	+ **Uses:** 2
	+ **Skill:** 4

## HH-62 Supply Sargent - Variant

This variant of the Sea Sargent is an unarmed transport helicopter used for heavy lift and personnel transport duties. It is also sold on civilian markets.

* **Required Rank:** 0

* **Designation:** HH-62A

### Specific Features

* **Troop Transport:** The Supply Sargent can carry up to 12 infantry with weapons and equipment.

* **Unarmed:** The Supply Sargent does not have any weapons.

## Notes

* Design Notes
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