Boeing offers CH47 to Poland for defence and humanitarian relief

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Boeing is offering the CH-47 to Poland.

Boeing is offering the CH-47 to Poland.

Boeing is offering its CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift helicopter to Poland for defence and humanitarian relief.

“The Chinook has been a key part of the European defence and humanitarian relief missions for more than five decades and would enhance Poland’s cooperation with allied forces, and support the country’s defence needs,” said Tim Flood, senior director, International Business Development for Europe and Americas.

“In addition, the Chinook would deliver additional benefits to Poland through job creation, economic growth and greater autonomy for the Polish defence industry,” he added. The offer was revealed at the annual MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce, south central Poland..

The Boeing CH-47F Block II is the newest version of the Chinook, which provides increased lift and range. The aircraft builds upon the capabilities of the CH-47 Chinook, offering an upgraded platform that meets the capability that militaries need today and serves as a strong foundation for affordable future upgrades, claims the manufacturer.

“Operating the Chinook in tandem with the newly acquired Apaches will serve as a force multiplier for the Polish Armed Forces due to their complementary capabilities,” said Adam Hodges, Business Development for Vertical Lift Programs.

More than 950 Chinook aircraft operate in 20 countries, said the manufacturer. Germany is the 21st customer and the nineth NATO nation to have selected the Chinook as its heavy-lift helicopter.

Meanwhile, last year Bell revealed Boeing as a new authorised supplier of used serviceable material (USM) products for Bell 212 and Bell 412 clients and maintenance specialists.

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