White House spends $6.1 billion on new helos
Not only is the amount staggering, but the real kicker is that Lockheed Martin won the contract against Connecticut-based Sikorsky Aircraft. Sikorsky has built the presidential aircraft since the late 50's.
What makes this interesting is that the Sikorsky's helo was to be built 100% American - parts and labor. While Lockheed Martin is just the front man for a bunch of overseas vendors.
This means the next presidential helos will be sourced and manufactured outside of the US borders
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