In April 2018, the US Embassy in Costa Rica announced a $43M donation by the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) of 4 UH-1N ( called them UH-1ST) to the Costa Rican Air Surveillance Agency (SVA) of the Ministry of Public Security. The donation includes training and refurbishment which could last up to four months per helicopter.
Apr 26, 2018 · US Department of State’ INL announced donation of 4 UH-1N in a $43M packet to Costa Rica’ Ministry of Public Security. Presumably ex USMC aircraft will be refurbished before delivery