A Helmet Mounted Cueing System (HMCS) allows all crewmembers to quickly build SA with minimal need for voice communication. Sensor and data link symbols are visible on the helmet mounted display superimposed over the geographic location of friendly, hostile and survivor positions. Additionally, the ability to display sensor pictures and data link information while maintaining a heads-up posture will greatly enhance safety while flying in the low-level (<500 ft) environment. Since the majority of the HH-60 mission employment occurs at night, this capability must be compatible with Night Vision Goggles

Integrate an available, qualified Helmet Mounted Cueing System (HMCS) into the Air National Guard HH-60G that supports day & night operations. The HMCS must be compatible with existing Night Vision Goggles used in the HH-60G. Integration of the HMCS must not require modification of the current HH-60G Block Cycle Configuration 6.4 (BCC 6.4) software configuration. The HMCS must support operations at all crewmember locations. The HMCS must be able to display red, blue, yellow, white, and green symbology and full motion color video imagery simultaneously in order to maximize crewmember situational and informational awareness. Head tracking susceptibility to aircraft structure and cockpit mapping must be minimized. The HMCS must be compatible with other critical system upgrades including 3-dimensional audio.

The addition of day and night helmet mounted cueing and display capability in the HH-60 significantly increases aircrew Situational Awareness (SA) and weapons employment capability, enhances terminal area search and rescue operations, and speeds overall internal communication during critical mission phases.