The MH-139A, slated to replace the older UH-1N Hueys in the nuclear security mission, recently conducted its first search and rescue mission.

Boeing announced on Oct. 8, 2025 a new $173 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to produce eight more MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, raising the total number of aircraft under contract to 34. The press release said the award is concurrent with the Air Force completing the helicopter’s IOT&E (Initial Operational Test and Evaluation) and moving towards IOC (Initial Operational Capability). Contents The MH-139A, slated to replace the older UH-1N Hueys in the nuclear security mission, recently conducted its first search and rescue mission. Inching towards IOC First rescue Other exercises

Malmstrom AFB, Montana, home to the 550th Hel

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