US Approves $5. 4 Billion in Helicopters and Upgrades for Seoul The US State Department has approved potential sales of up to $4.
2 billion worth of helicopters and related equipment to South Korea, including 24 MH 60R Seahawk helicopters that will provide advanced anti submarine and anti surface warfare capabilities.
Seoul is also seeking to upgrade its existing AH 64E Apache attack helicopter fleet, a move worth up to $1. 2 billion.