A second pair of AH-64E Apache assault helicopters have arrived down beneath for the Australian Defence Drive.
The pair of assault helicopters, acquired via international navy gross sales with america and manufactured by Boeing, had been delivered by United States Air Drive C-17 Globemaster to RAAF Base Townsville.
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Every plane was unloaded by Australian Military and United States Air Drive personnel working with United States Authorities contractors.
It’s understood that Australian Military AH-64E Apache, designation A64-603, has additionally obtained flight testing and a upkeep take a look at flight at RAAF Base Townsville.
“Defence is buying a fleet of 29 AH-64E Apache Assault Helicopters via a Overseas Army Gross sales case with america as a part of Mission Land 4503 Apache Assault Helicopter,” in accordance with Defence.
“The AH-64E Apache will substitute the Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter, bringing important functionality enhancements that can improve the lethality and tempo of land and amphibious drive manoeuvres.
“AH-64E Apache deliveries to Australia commenced in September 2025. All 29 plane are scheduled for supply by 2029.”
The brand new helicopters are anticipated to offer crucial aviation results resembling reconnaissance, communications and networking, firepower and offensive help for the Australian Military. All 29 Apache plane anticipated to be delivered by 2029.
Australian Military personnel have beforehand been enterprise coaching in america and the UK to help the AH-64E’s introduction into service.
