The United States has recently authorized a military agreement with Greece, which includes the delivery of 35 UH-60 M Black Hawk helicopters along with a variety of other military equipment, estimated at a value of $1.95 billion.
The contract includes 35 UH-60 M model Black Hawk helicopters, as well as a range of additional armaments such as mini-guns, machine guns, and rockets. Advanced electronic equipment, training services, and logistical support are also part of the deal. The announcement was made by the United States Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), which also designated Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, as the principal contractor for the agreement.
The UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters are expected to significantly improve the operational capacity and combat readiness of the Greek military. Unlike the older UH-1 helicopters, the Black Hawks are more resource-efficient and have been associated with fewer accidents. The Hellenic Army currently operates 64 Bell UH-1 helicopters, primarily for utility lift missions.