News: The Indian Army received the final batch of three AH-64E Apache helicopters, completing its six-unit Apache squadron at Jodhpur.
About AH-64E Apache Helicopters
- The AH-64E Apache is regarded as the world’s most advanced and lethal attack helicopter and is widely used for reconnaissance, precision strikes, and close air support missions.
- It is also known as the Apache Guardian.
- Version: The Indian Army inducted the AH-64E Version 6, which is the most advanced version.
- Manufactured by: It is manufactured by Boeing, United States.
- Key Features
- Physical Features:
- The AH-64E Apache has a length of 17.8 metres and a maximum speed of 300 kilometres per hour.
- It has a maximum operating weight of 10,432 kilograms and can climb at a rate of more than 2,800 feet per minute.
- It is a heavily armed, twin-engine ground attack helicopter.
- Warhead and Weapons:
- The helicopter carries air-to-ground Hellfire missiles, 70 mm rockets, and a 30 mm chain gun.
- It can also fire short-range air-to-air Stinger missiles to counter aerial threats..
- Technology: It is equipped with Longbow fire control radar, advanced sensors, and integrated infrared and night vision systems for all-weather and all-terrain operations.
- Physical Features:
