Armed Forces
American-made Unmanned Systems for the Polish Military
Photo. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems.
On Thursday, 12th December, a contract was signed at the Polish Ministry of Defence for the procurement of MQ-9B SkyGuardian reconnaissance and strike unmanned aerial systems.
The agreement is valued at approximately $310 million net, equivalent to over 1.2 billion PLN. The exact number of MQ-9Bs purchased, as well as their specific configuration, equipment, and armament, have not been disclosed.
A noteworthy announcement from representatives of the manufacturer revealed that the first MQ-9B for Poland is already ready. This suggests that deliveries to Poland might be accelerated, although the contract is officially scheduled to be completed by the first quarter of 2027.
The MQ-9B SkyGuardian will replace the currently leased MQ-9A Reaper. Since the older version is rented, the transition will be seamless, maintaining the operational capabilities of the unit utilizing these drones.
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The MQ-9B unmanned aerial systems will enable the acquisition of reconnaissance data, including imagery intelligence (IMINT) through electro-optical sensors and SAR radar, as well as signals intelligence (SIGINT). Additionally, they can strike ground and naval targets from the air using various airborne munitions, such as guided missiles and bombs. The detailed specifications of the system remain classified.
@ Armament Agency