DeLauro Statement on Awarding of Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Contract by the U.S. Army

NEW HAVEN, CT – House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released the following statement in response to the announcement made today by the U.S. Army regarding the awarding of the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft contract:

“I am disappointed that Sikorsky was not selected for the Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) Contract. Sikorsky makes the best helicopters in the world and is one of the largest employers in Connecticut. Sikorsky and their employees are the lifeblood of our community. Their defense manufacturing plays a critical role in helping the men and women of our armed services carry out their duties safely. I intend to receive briefings from the Army to better understand how and why the decision was made. I will continue to fight like hell to ensure Sikorsky, and other organizations and companies in Connecticut, receive funding opportunities that support our workers and our economy — and that ultimately preserve jobs.”

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