Construction is underway on a new helipad on the White House South Lawn, with reports indicating it will be made of granite. The purpose of the helipad is unclear, with some reports suggesting it is for a new, more powerful Marine One, while others provide no specific reason. The project's funding and construction schedule are also unclear, with some reports mentioning around-the-clock construction and others noting that a company, possibly Sikorsky, may be paying for it.