The HH-60W helped rescue a pilot in Iran. Here’s why the Air Force might not buy more.
President Trump praised the HH-60W helicopter following a rescue mission, despite his administration's budget request containing no funding for more units.
President Trump praised the HH-60W helicopter following a pilot rescue in Iran, yet his administration's FY27 budget request excludes funding for more units. This sets up a confrontation with lawmakers like Senator Richard Blumenthal, who advocate for expanded procurement to ensure search-and-rescue readiness.
