Poland отказалась from purchasing 32 Black Hawk helicopters
Kyiv • UNN
Poland отказалась from purchasing 32 multi-purpose S‑70i Black Hawk helicopters due to a change in priorities in the supply of weapons. Previously, the country had already canceled the agreement to purchase French Caracal.
The Armament Agency of the Polish Army has cancelled the tender for the purchase of 32 multi-role S-70i Black Hawk helicopters manufactured by PZL Mielec. This was reported by UNN referring to Onet.pl.
Details
The termination of the tender was caused by a review of the priorities for the supply of weapons to the Polish Armed Forces, writes Onet.pl.
We must implement those tasks that have the highest priorities
The military explained that the purchase is carried out on the basis of Centralized Plans formed by the General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces, and the changes are the result of the formation of new strategic priorities and ensuring a balance between needs and resources.
Additionally
According to information from a financial expert from PZL Mielec, the country's government has recently repeatedly rolled back or changed military purchases, including helicopters, in view of costs and the state's defense strategy.
Recall
Poland has been trying to modernize its fleet of military helicopters over the past decade. Previously concluded agreements for the purchase of French Caracal were cancelled in 2015, but this time Black Hawk was rejected before the contract was signed.