The documentation concerning the potential sale has now been submitted to the United States Congress for consideration. If the process proceeds smoothly, the intergovernmental Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) could be signed before the end of this year.
According to the Department of State, Poland is seeking to acquire 400 operational AIM-120D-3 missiles, alongside a package of spare parts and a single missile designated for flight testing. The proposed package also includes training, logistics support, and operational maintenance services provided by the United States.
The estimated cost of the entire package is up to $1.33 billion, although the final price will be determined through further intergovernmental negotiations. Should the purchase be completed, this will mark the next batch of AIM-120 family missiles to be delivered to the Polish Air Force.
The missiles are intended to be deployed primarily on Poland’s Lockheed Martin F-16C/D “Jastrząb” and Lockheed Martin F-35A “Husarz” multirole combat aircraft. The new weaponry is expected to enhance the Polish Air Force’s capability to achieve air superiority against potential adversaries.
The AIM-120D-3 variant is distinguished by its ability to engage targets at distances greater than 150 kilometres from the launch point. In August of last year, Poland’s Armament Agency signed an intergovernmental agreement for the purchase of AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles, with deliveries scheduled between 2029 and 2033.
