Australian defence industry has successfully completed the first-ever deep-level maintenance completion of a United States Navy MH-60R Seahawk “Romeo” helicopter in Nowra.

The US Navy Seahawk “Romeo” arrived in country in October 2022 and is expected to return to the United States following the successful completion of maintenance and repairs by defence industry partner Sikorsky Australia.

Assistant Minister for Defence Matt Thistlethwaite said, “Australians performing a deep level maintenance on a Romeo helicopter signifies the trust and confidence of the United States Navy in our local industry, and the skill and competence of our tradespeople and technicians.”

More than 200 personnel in Nowra support the world-class Australian capability, delivering maintenance, logistics, warehousing and technical support for the Royal Australian Navy MH-60R.

The government said this achievement highlights a 100-year partnership between Australia and the United States.

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