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Boeing has finalized a major international defense agreement to supply AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to foreign buyers, with Poland receiving the largest share under a nearly $4.7 billion foreign military sales contract awarded by the U.S. Army. The company confirmed on Wednesday that production for multiple countries is underway, marking one of its most significant global Apache programs to date.
Under the contract, Poland will acquire 96 Apache helicopters, the biggest single international order in the model's history. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2028, signaling a long-term strategic commitment between Washington and Warsaw at a time when Poland continues strengthening its eastern defenses amid ongoing regional tensions.
The Polish Ministry of National Defence already leases eight Apache aircraft from the U.S. Army and has begun training pilots and maintenance crews in preparation for the incoming fleet. Officials said the early training phase ensures the Polish Armed Forces will be ready to integrate the advanced attack helicopters without delay once deliveries commence.
Globally, more than 1,300 Apache helicopters are currently operational, making the AH-64 one of the world's most widely deployed and combat-proven attack platforms. The "E" variant ordered by Poland includes upgraded sensors, digital connectivity, improved weapons integration, and enhanced survivability systems designed for modern high-threat environments.
The new deal came a day after the Pentagon announced that Boeing had secured two major contracts exceeding $7 billion combined. Alongside the Apache order, the company also won a $2.4 billion U.S. Air Force contract tied to Lot 12 Production Aircraft, covering subscriptions, licenses, and additional support requirements.
In recent months, Boeing has delivered Apache units to multiple international partners, including the Australian Army, the Indian Army, and the Royal Moroccan Air Force, reflecting rising global demand for the aircraft's advanced capabilities.
For Poland, the acquisition is part of a broader push to modernize its military arsenal as it deepens defense cooperation with NATO allies. With one of the largest Apache fleets outside the United States soon under its command, Poland is positioning itself as a major hub for advanced rotary-wing operations in Europe.
