AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopter:
The Indian Army recently received the final batch of three AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, completing its six-unit fleet at the 451 Army Aviation Squadron based in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
- It is the world’s most advanced multi-role combat helicopter.
- It is widely used for advanced reconnaissance, precision strikes, and close air support missions globally.
- Country of Origin: United States of America
- Manufacturer: Boein
- It is also known as the Apache Guardian.
- The AH-64E attack helicopter is the latest version of the Apache used by the US Army.
- The Indian Air Force has a fleet of 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters.
- Features:
- Max Speed: 300 kph
- It is a heavily armed, twin-engine ground-attack helicopter.
- Armed with Hellfire missiles, chain gun, the helicopter can engage tanks, vehicles, troop concentrations, communications and logistics centres, etc.
- It can also fire short-range air-to-air missiles like the Stinger.
- The AH-64E includes a new integrated infrared laser that allows for easier target designation and enhanced infrared imagery that blends infrared and night vision capabilities.
- It can track up to 128 targets per minute and prioritise threat levels.
