The Polish Air Force (Polish: Siły Powietrzne, lit. 'Air Forces') is the aerial warfare branch of the Polish Armed Forces. Until July 2004 it was officially known as Wojska Lotnicze i Obrony Powietrznej (lit. ' Aerial and Air Defense Forces '). In 2014 it consisted of roughly 26,000 military personnel and about 475 aircraft, distributed among ...

This list intends to give an accurate detail list of the equipment currently fielded by the Polish Armed Forces.

The Polish Air Force, the aerial warfare branch of the Polish Armed Forces, traces its origins to the second half of 1917 and was officially established in the months following the end of World War I in 1918.

5 days ago · As the Polish Air Force prepares to deploy these advanced fighters in combat operations, the country is positioning itself as a key player in European security, equipped with some of the most advanced technology available to NATO members. With the F-35A now part of Poland’s air defense portfolio, the nation is better equipped to face future ...

Nov 8, 2024 · Among its many procurement programs, Poland’s acquisition of the Lockheed Martin-built F-35A is the most significant, as it will introduce a fifth-generation fighter jet capability into the Air Force.

On August 28th, the Polish Air Force Day, an official unveiling of the first F-35 plane purchased by Poland took place in the US. Deputy minister Paweł Bejda, who led the Polish delegation, took part in the ceremony, alongside deputy minister Cezary Tomczyk and representatives of the commanders of the Polish Air Force.

Jan 27, 2023 · The Polish Air Force is responsible for protecting Poland’s airspace, maintaining air superiority, and supporting other types of troops in military operations. It also plays a significant role in NATO’s integrated air defense system.

May 15, 2024 · Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Poland’s F-16 fleet has increased its operational tempo considerably with air policing and Quick Reaction Alert missions.

History of the Polish Air Force. One of mankind's greatest dreams was realized on December 3rd in 1903 when the Wright brothers conducted the first manned flight in history.

The Polish Air Force is the functional element of the national defense system, integrated with NATO and European joint civilian-military air defense systems. The selected Air Force...