Poland cleared to purchase up to 96 AH-64E Apache helicopters for $12 billion

The potential sale of up to 96 AH-64E Apache helicopters and related equipment, estimated to cost $12 billion, was approved by the U.S. State Department. The mandatory notification of this potential sale to Congress was provided today by the Defence Security Cooperation Agency.

By enhancing the security of a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) that is a driving force behind political stability and economic development in Europe, this proposed sale will assist the foreign policy goals and national security objectives of the US.

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By establishing a credible force that can deter adversaries and take part in NATO operations, the proposed sale will increase Poland’s capacity to respond to present and upcoming challenges. This equipment will be easily incorporated into Poland’s military forces.

The 18th Mechanised Division will receive the Apache attack helicopters initially. The initial units, not all of them. This is due to the 18th Division being outfitted with Abrams tanks. These helicopters complement Abrams tanks quite well. They are a powerful force when combined. A force of resistance because our goal is to use them to discourage our adversary, Baszczak was quoted as saying in a statement issued by the ministry.

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Boeing claims that the current AH-64E Version 6 (v6) is the Apache in its most advanced form and is prepared for use in MDO combat. The Version 6 Apache contains numerous improvements to the aircraft’s sensors, software, and weaponry, making it a network-centric, fully integrated weapon system designed to prevail in a highly contested and complex battle zone.

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