Blumenthal Statement on $480 Million for Sikorsky Helicopters

[Hartford, CT] – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement applauding four awards totaling $480,294,997 for Sikorsky to support the manufacturing of CH-53K and VH-92A helicopters.

“These blockbuster contracts, providing newest model helicopters, are crucial to key defense capabilities. They are also a boost for Connecticut’s economy and good-paying jobs in our state.  They are a testament to the highly skilled Sikorsky workers and supply chain companies who build the world’s finest helicopters. There is an ever increasing urgency to the need for such aircraft. I will continue fighting to deliver contracts to Connecticut’s expert defense manufacturers,” said Blumenthal.

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