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Israeli rivals take aim at Polish helicopter deal

By Arie Egozi2014-08-12T14:24:19+01:00

Two Israeli companies are competing for a contract to equip Polish combat helicopters with advanced air-to-surface missiles.

Israel Aerospace Industries is offering its laser-guided Lahat, which has a range of 5.4nm (10km), while Rafael's Spike ER is also on offer, manufactured under license by Polish Defence Holding.

Poland is pursuing separate deals to acquire a new fleet of utility and attack helicopters, with bidders including AgustaWestland, Airbus Helicopters, Boeing and Sikorsky.

Source: FlightGlobal.com

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