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Does Australia have Apaches?
The AH-64E Apache is billed as one of the world’s most advanced multi-role combat helicopters, deployed by Australia’s major strategic allies, including the US, Singapore, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan and the UK. Davis also notes that the Apache has more than double the rounds of 30-millimetre ammunition.
How many Tiger attack helicopters does Australia have?
Extravagance amid plenty: replacing the Aussie Tigers | The Strategist. Early replacement of the Australian Army’s 22 Airbus Tiger attack helicopters looks like a severe mistake. More defence capability—more urgently needed capability—could be bought by spending the money elsewhere.
What is the newest Apache helicopter?
The E-model Apache Guardian, the latest version of the Apache, features enhanced performance, joint digital operability, improved survivability and cognitive decision aiding, and reduced operating and support costs, Boeing officials say.
When will the Australian Army replace its Tiger ARH aircraft?
The Australian government has put out a request for information (RFI) on potential replacements for its Tiger ARH fleet under the Land 4503 programme. This was not unexpected as a 2016 White Paper stated the Australian Army intended to replace the aircraft in the mid-2020s.
Should Australia replace its Tiger helicopters?
A letter signed by Germany, France and Spain, whose defence forces use the Tiger helicopters, urged Australia not to replace them. “The Tiger is a sophisticated and highly effective combat system,” they said. “It has been operational in our Armed Forces for several years.
Where are the Australian Army’s Tiger helicopter squadrons?
The two operational Tiger squadrons are currently based in Darwin in the Northern Territory as part of the 1st Aviation Regiment. The RFI also stipulated an initial operational capability, represented by 12 helicopters, in 2026; and final operational capability with all 29 aircraft two years later.
When will Australia’s New armed reconnaissance helicopters achieve IOC?
Under the Land 4503 program, the first 12 new rotorcraft must achieve initial operating capability (IOC) by 2026. According to the RFI Australia wants to purchase 29 “proven and mature, off-the-shelf” armed reconnaissance helicopters of which five will be used for training operations.