Boeing (originally Hughes/McDonnell Douglas) AH-64E Apache Guardian

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A Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopter in standard military livery, showing its advanced sensors and weapon systems.

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Boeing (originally Hughes/McDonnell Douglas) AH-64 Apache

Aircraft

AH-64E Apache Guardian AH64

Standard military low-visibility camouflage

Manufacturer

Boeing (originally Hughes/McDonnell Douglas)

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Dramatic low-angle of the Apache; overcast skies mute colors but dynamic presence keeps it striking.

Insights

Aviation History

The AH-64 Apache is one of the most prolific and advanced attack helicopters in history, entering service with the U.S. Army in the mid-1980s. The AH-64E Guardian is the latest and most advanced version, in service since the 2010s.

Fleet Rarity

More than 2,400 AH-64s of all versions have been produced, making it the most widely used Western attack helicopter.

Record Flights

Commonly deployed on long-range and night missions with advanced capabilities.

Safety & Events

The Apache series has seen extensive combat in major U.S. military conflicts since the Gulf War and is used by many allied countries.

Future Outlook

Active service with multiple militaries; upgrades and further procurement ongoing.

Specifications

2 × General Electric T700-GE-701D turboshaft engines

Engine

14.63 m (rotor diameter)

Wingspan

17.73 m

Length

476 km (combat radius), 1,900 km (ferry range with external tanks)

Range

265 km/h

Speed

2 crew (pilot and co-pilot/gunner), combat

Capacity

10,433 kg

MTOW

5.28 m

Height

Each engine: 1,994 shp (1,487 kW)

Thrust

Not publicly rated (typical military rotorcraft noise levels, not certified to civil ICAO standards)

Noise