PZL Mielec has completed the delivery of latest contracted S-70i Black Hawks to the Polish National Police, increasing its fleet to five aircraft.

This latest delivery completes the contract requirements signed in 2022 for two aircraft to bolster their mission capabilities and increase safety throughout the region.

The helicopter was accepted by the Commander-in-Chief of the Polish National Police, Maj. Gen. Marek Boron, during a visit to PZL Mielec. In accordance with the terms of the contract, the helicopters were delivered in full operational configuration. The contract also included the delivery of a spare parts package, ground support equipment (GSE) and a training package.

“Following the successful delivery of S-70 Black Hawk helicopters to the Polish Armed Forces, we are proud to expand the Polish National Police’s fleet with another aircraft,” said Janusz Zakręcki, PZL Mielec President and General Director. “We are confident that the enlarged fleet of versatile, reliable and durable Black Hawk helicopters will meet the operational needs of the Polish National Police, enhancing the safety of citizens nationwide and supporting the Polish Rescue and Firefighting System.”

Since 2019 the Polish National Police has used the S-70i Black Hawk for operations conducted by the police counterterrorism units, SAR, border patrols, firefighting and disaster response.