Lockheed Martin has partnered with Wojskowe Zakłady Lotnicze Nr 1 S.A. (WZL-1), a leading European aerospace company, to support the sustainment of the Polish Armed Forces’ AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopter fleet. Announced on March 23, 2026, in Łódź, Poland, the collaboration follows Poland’s 2024 contract for 96 AH-64E helicopters from the Polish Ministry of National Defence.
The partnership establishes a Special Repair Activity at a new facility in Łódź dedicated to maintaining and repairing Generation 4 Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor (Gen 4 TADS/PNVS) systems and LONGBOW Fire Control Radar systems. This initiative localizes Apache sensor sustainment in Poland, combining Lockheed Martin’s expertise with WZL-1’s workforce and supply chain to shorten repair turnaround times and boost mission-capable rates.
Lockheed Martin will provide resources, training, and technical support to WZL-1 technicians, enabling in-country maintenance. The facility aims to keep Polish Air Force Apaches operational for effective target engagement and mission success, strengthening NATO allies’ readiness and the allied defense industrial base.
This milestone underscores Lockheed Martin’s commitment to enhancing Poland’s military capabilities through advanced sustainment solutions.