We build strong partnerships that strengthen our nation. That commitment was on full display as Yulista proudly hosted and supported the delivery ceremony of the U.S. Army’s 10th UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at our Aviation Center of Excellence in Meridianville, Alabama on June 5, 2025.
This event marked more than just the handover of an aircraft. It reflected a collaborative effort among the Program Executive Office – Aviation’s Utility Helicopters Project Office, the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Center’s Prototype Integration Facility (PIF), and the Yulista and SES Joint Venture, Defense Systems & Solutions (DSS). Together, these teams worked to support CBP’s mission to enhance border security, expand disaster response capabilities, and assist those who perform critical, often life-saving missions across the nation’s most challenging air and maritime terrains. The upgraded UH-60L Black Hawk is now equipped with modern avionics, extended fuel range, and advanced hoist capabilities. This aircraft is purpose-built for the mission demands CBP faces every day, including border security, search and rescue operations, drug interdiction, and emergency response. It stands as a testament to what is possible when innovation, collaboration, and mission readiness come together.
It is a privilege to play a part in the lifecycle of this aircraft—from initial receipt and upgrades to final integrations and operational delivery. While this milestone marks the completion of our role, the mission of this aircraft is only just beginning.
About Yulista
Yulista is a leading Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) delivering comprehensive system modernization, sustainment, readiness, and mission support solutions for military and civilian customers in the aerospace and defense sectors.
As you get to know Yulista, you’ll discover that we encompass many subsidiaries, each offering unique and specialized capabilities within their respective fields. All our subsidiaries operate cohesively under the overarching Yulista umbrella. This allows us to leverage combined strengths, foster collaboration across diverse expertise areas, and provide comprehensive solutions to our customers.
