Greece Successfully Procures 35 Black Hawk Helicopters

A significant defence deal between Greece and the US was recently finalised, resulting in the acquisition of 35 UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters.

The US Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) negotiated this deal, which is valued at an incredible $1.95 billion (€1.78 billion) with Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin subsidiary.

The proposed sale aims to enhance the security of a NATO ally, a crucial partner for political stability and economic advancement in Europe, thereby supporting the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States.

With the proposed sale, Greece will be able to maintain the necessary level of readiness to carry out combined operations by replacing its current fleet of multirole helicopters with a more dependable and tested system.

The Hellenic Army will be better equipped to use combat power to safeguard Greece’s borders, prevent actions that would jeopardize its interests, and, when necessary, respond with important force through to the UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter. Greece’s armed forces will have no difficulty integrating this equipment.

Greece is reportedly considering purchasing 14 AW-139 helicopters from the Italian company Leonardo in addition to the Black Hawks to supplement its current fleet for combat search and rescue operations.