In March 2023, it was announced that Slovakia would receive 12 Bell AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters through a U.S. Foreign Military Sale (FMS) contract. These helicopters would be provided at a discounted price as compensation for the MiG-29 fighter jets that were transferred as a donation to Ukraine.
In July 2024, the U.S. State Department approved sale of 12 Vipers valued $600.
31-Jul-24 - The U.S. State Department approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) of 12 Bell AH-1Z Viper and related equipment to Slovakia valued $600M. These helicopters would be provided at a discounted price as compensation for the MiG-29 fighter jets that were transferred to Ukraine. #Slovakia
