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AH-64 Apache

United States helicopter
Also known as: Apache
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AH-64 Apache helicopter
AH-64 Apache helicopter AH-64 Apache attack and reconnaissance helicopter. The twin-engine aircraft, developed by Hughes Helicopters, first flew in prototype form in 1975 and was subsequently produced by McDonnell Douglas and then Boeing. Variants are supplied to the U.S. Army and widely exported.

The AH-64 Apache is a heavily armored, anti-armor attack helicopter developed by McDonnell Douglas. It became operational in 1986 and proved highly effective in the Persian Gulf War. The Apache is known for its sophisticated navigation, electronic countermeasures, and fire-control systems, though it is less fast and has a shorter range than some other attack helicopters like the Soviet Mil Mi-24 Hind. Its development followed earlier purpose-built gunships like the AH-1G HueyCobra, which pioneered the tandem cockpit configuration. The Boeing Company, a leading aerospace manufacturer, produces the AH-64 Apache series of attack helicopters as part of its military aircraft offerings.12

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