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The government of Poland will acquire 96 AH-64E Apache combat helicopters from Boeing after signing a foreign military sales letter of offer and acceptance.
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The LOA under the Kruk Attack Helicopter program comes a week after the Polish Ministry of National Defence announced an offset agreement with Boeing.
“We are honoured the government of Poland has placed their confidence in us,” said Vince Logsdon, vice-president, international business development for Boeing Defense, Space & Security.
“The AH-64E Apache helicopters will strengthen Poland’s operational capability and interoperability with the US, NATO and allied nations. We look forward to delivering this unmatched capability.”
The agreement includes maintenance and support of the Polish Armed Forces fleet of Apache helicopters by Polish defence industry along with the establishment of training programs and supporting the development of a composite laboratory.
The offset projects aim to enhance the sustainment capabilities of the Polish defence industry, support creation of highly skilled jobs within this field, and facilitate technological advancements, leading to significant economic benefits.
“Poland’s commitment to procure 96 aircraft represents the largest FMS order in the history of Boeing’s vertical lift division and will not only make Poland our 19th global Apache customer but the largest operator outside of the United States,” said Kathleen Jolivette, vice-president and general manager, vertical lift.
Boeing has been building the AH-64 Apache for more than 40 years in Mesa, Arizona. The AH-64E is the most modern configuration of the Apache and combines a battle-tested design with transformational technologies to deliver an unmatched mix of performance and versatility. There are currently more than 1,290 Apaches operating worldwide, with sustainment and training support provided by Boeing Global Services.
The government of Poland selected the AH-64E Apache for the Polish Armed Forces’ new attack helicopter fleet in September 2022.
