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White House Builds New Helipad for Hot Exhaust Choppers | US News
Construction has begun on a new helipad on the White House South Lawn to safely accommodate the hot exhaust of the new VH-92A presidential helicopters, which have been unable to regularly land there due to lawn damage. Lockheed Martin is contributing $5 million to cover costs, and the upgrade is critical to fully transition Marine One duties from aging aircraft — a move that will allow the Marine Corps to retire decades-old helicopters. Though not officially announced, the project is seen as both practical and necessary for presidential safety and efficiency. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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