US to give Poland 8 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters

The US and Poland have agreed to supply AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopters.

Here's What We Know

The Polish defence minister revealed this after talks with his US counterpart. Poland will receive 8 helicopters. They will be handed over from the US Army's stockpile. Deliveries should start next year. By the way, it will be a temporary solution. Then Poland plans to buy 96 attack helicopters in the newest Guardian modification.

Flashback

The AH-64E Apache has been the US Army's main attack helicopter since the mid-1980s. It is considered the most popular attack helicopter in the world. The AH-64E Apache is available in different modifications. It can fly up to 2,000 km and reaches speeds of up to 300 km/h.

Source: gov.pl