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U.S. approves possible sale of 11 Black Hawks to Mexico
The package carries an estimated $1.075 billion price for helicopters, equipment, training and support, with Sikorsky as principal contractor.
The State Department approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Mexico of 11 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters and related equipment, with an estimated price of $1.075 billion. The November 6, 2026, congressional notification announces no contract award or delivery schedule.1
Mexico requested 11 UH-60M helicopters
Foreign Military Sales: Congressional Notification
possible Foreign Military Sale to Mexico for UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters and related equipment
Principal contractor would be Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company
Source: U.S. Department of State. As of November 6, 2026.
Sources
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, would be the principal contractor for a purchase that would expand Mexico's existing UH-60M fleet. The proposed package extends beyond aircraft to engines, navigation systems, radios, personnel training and U.S. Government and contractor support services.1
Implementation would require 15 additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to travel to Mexico for an extended period for fielding, system checkout, training and technical and logistics support.1
The State Department says the proposed sale would help modernize Mexico's rotary-wing fleet by consolidating helicopter types and expanding its UH-60M fleet. It also expects the procurement to strengthen Mexico's in-country airlift support for forces engaged in counter-drug operations.1
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- State Department, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs: Mexico – UH-60M Blackhawk Helicopters, November 6, 2026 www.state.gov