Army Day is celebrated as a national holiday in Poland on 15 August, usually with military parades. This year, the Great Independence Parade was the main celebration of the 100th anniversary of Polish independence. One of numerous M28s participating was 0224.

ex SP-WDL, the air force of Paraguay obtained two PZL Wilga 80s after a sales tour of the type through South America. This example, with serial 0224, although not externally worn, can be found at the military gate of Asuncion in these bee-like colours.