VH-92A Patriot

Service And Conflict Use

1. Jan 1, 2014

   Sikorsky selected for the VH-92A

   The Department of the Navy selected Sikorsky to develop the VH-92A to replace the aging VH-3D and VH-60N helicopters.

   Sources: VH-92A > United States Navy > Display-FactFiles

2. Dec 28, 2021

   Initial operational capability

   The Marine Corps declared initial operational capability for the VH-92A.

   Sources: VH-92A > United States Navy > Display-FactFiles

3. Aug 19, 2024

   Final aircraft delivered

   NAVAIR reported delivery of the final VH-92A, completing the 23-aircraft program of record.

   Sources: Final VH-92A presidential helicopter delivered | NAVAIR

VH-92A Patriot Images

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