Boeing to Build 96 AH-64E Helicopters for Poland

• Deliveries are expected to begin in 2028
• Poland is the 19th global operator of the Apache, and will have the largest fleet outside of the U.S.
• Boeing recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Apache's first flight at its Mesa production facility

Boeing [NYSE: BA] will produce AH-64E Apache attack helicopters for international customers, including ninety-six for the Polish Armed Forces, under a Foreign Military Sales contract awarded by the U.S. Army valued at $4.7 billion. Poland's order represents the largest number of Apache aircraft ordered outside of the United States in the program's history.

    Boeing will produce 96 AH-64E Apache helicopters for the Polish Armed Forces under a Foreign Military Sales contract awarded by the U.S. Army (Boeing image).

With deliveries expected to begin in 2028, the Polish Ministry of National Defence (MND) is already training pilots and maintainers on the attack helicopter. The MND currently leases eight aircraft from the U.S. Army.

"This important agreement allows us to begin building one of the largest and most formidable Apache fleets that the world has ever seen," said Christina Upah, vice president of Boeing's Attack Helicopter Programs. "Working closely with the Polish Armed Forces, we're focused on disciplined execution to help enhance Poland's defence capabilities and keep up with the strong demand for the most advanced attack helicopter."

Through an offset agreement announced last year between Boeing and the Polish MND, the local industry will play a key role in performing maintenance and support of the Apache fleet. Boeing will also establish training programs and assist in the development of a composite laboratory.

Boeing recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Apache's first flight at its Mesa production facility. Today's E-model Apache has evolved into the most proven and advanced configuration, offering unmatched lethality, survivability, connectivity, and interoperability on the battlefield. In recent months, Boeing has delivered new Apaches to customers around the world, including the Australian Army, Indian Army, and Royal Moroccan Air Force. Poland is the 19th global operator.

There are currently more than 1,300 Apaches operating worldwide, with sustainment and training support provided by Boeing Global Services.