This is a MOD by bdubyah, a creator of many vehicle MODs for 7 Days to Die, that adds the “UH-60” military transport helicopter (commonly known as the Black Hawk). It offers something a little different from ground vehicles, making it a great fit for anyone who wants to enjoy traveling and exploring from the air.
What kind of MOD is it?
It adds one large helicopter to the game. Its carrying capacity appears to be quite large, and its strength is being able to haul huge amounts of supplies over long distances. It’s said to be equipped with a powerful searchlight (a wide floodlight), which should come in handy for flying at night and checking out landing spots.
The author themselves notes that it “flies a little unusually,” and since the aircraft has no roll (side-to-side tilt), lining up your position precisely when landing seems to take a bit of practice. It’s probably best to think of it as a MOD you enjoy for the feeling of taming a spirited, unruly ride.
Main features
- Large carrying capacity: It looks like you can load and transport many items.
- Poor fuel economy: Fuel consumption is said to be heavy, so keep a large fuel stockpile.
- Wide searchlight: For nighttime exploration and securing visibility when landing.
- Distinctive handling: With no roll, it seems to take some getting used to when lining up for a landing.
Controls (from the author’s description)
- W: Ascend
- A / D: Turn left/right
- S: Descend quickly
- C: Pitch the nose down
- Space: Pitch the nose up
Installation tips
- Installing on both the server and the client is required (the author strongly emphasizes this). For multiplayer, everyone who joins must have the same MOD installed.
- Installation follows the usual procedure: place the downloaded folder inside the
7 Days To DieModsfolder. - Vehicle-adding MODs are easily affected by the game’s base version, so it’s a good idea to check the supported version listed on Nexus and the comments section before installing.
- After installing, we recommend always making a backup before trying it out.
Recommended for
- People who want to experience traveling and exploring from the air, not just with cars and bikes
- People who want a means of transport that can carry large amounts of supplies at once
- People who can enjoy the process of mastering handling that has a bit of a quirk to it
Conversely, people looking for an easy, convenient way to get around may find the controls difficult. It’s probably best to first get used to the controls in single-player or a safe environment before putting it into serious use.