Panama City, Panama –Two HH-60 and one UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters from Joint Task Force Bravo’s 1st Battalion, 228 Aviation Regiment, will arrive this week to provide dedicated medical evacuation coverage throughout the Jungle Operations Training Course-Panama, which will take place from June 12-July 3, 2026.

The Army Forces Battalion will be deploying a combat medic to form a joint medical team of U.S. and Panamanian personnel who will be on-site, ensuring continuous safety and support for students during the scheduled events. These activities demonstrate the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Panama working shoulder-to-shoulder strengthening regional security. The helicopters will remain in Panama for the duration of the PANAMAX exercise.