Argentina cleared to buy four UH-60Ls

Argentina is set to acquire four Sikorsky UH-60L helicopters following a clearance from the US government. This potential Foreign Military Sales (FMS) package encompasses the purchase of these four main rotorcraft, alongside two spare GE Aerospace T700 engines. According to the US Department of State, this transaction represents a significant step in modernizing Argentina’s aging rotorcraft fleet. The deal includes a range of other systems, though specifics regarding those components were not detailed at the time of reporting. This acquisition underscores ongoing efforts by Argentina to bolster its defense capabilities and operational readiness within South America.