The AH-64E Apache Helicopter Is Now Installed With Laser-Based MANPADS Anti-Missile Protection Devices.

The AH-64E Apache Helicopter Is Now Installed With Laser-Based MANPADS Anti-Missile Protection Devices.

Thursday, January 05, 2023.

Responding to the dynamics of today's combat, the United States Army (US Army) is announced to be completing new capabilities on the AH-64E Apache attack helicopter. The new capability in question is not in the aspect of weapons, but rather the provision of protection devices to block MANPADS Hanud missile attacks with infrared guidance.

To complement and replace flares, the solution installed on the AH-64E US Army is the Common Infrared Countermeasures Self-protection System (CIRCM). Like the DIRCM (Directed Infrared Counter Measures) installed on the Sukhoi Su-57 Felon stealth fighter jet, CIRCM provides the helicopter a valuable additional layer of defense against heat-hunting missiles.

Quoted from Thedrive.com, it is not clear when the US Army installed CIRCM on the AH-64E attack helicopters. Information from the Defense Visual Information Distribution Service (DVIDS) website, only states that around 100 unspecified types of aircraft have been fitted with this laser-based jamming device.

This defensive system, made by Northrop Grumman, is said to enter full-grade production for the US Army in May 2021. As well as being installed on the AH-64E Apache, the CIRCM is also installed on some UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters and will be used on the CH-47F heavy transport helicopter Chinooks.

A complete CIRCM system includes a centralized control unit and Pointers/Trackers, (trackers). On the AH-64E, the pointer/tracker is mounted on a sponge attached to the wingtip of the wing stub.

How it works, the laser beam on CIRCM will work quickly to target the missile guidance system, the goal is to blind the seeker on infrared missiles, both Hanud missiles and short-range air-to-air missiles.

The integration of a jamming system to blind infrared guided missiles is the latest development in an effort to respond to operational challenges, especially by the AH-64E crew units operating in the Middle East. (Glang Prime).

Source: www.indomilitary.com

The Russian military receives additional advanced Ka-52M helicopters

The Russian military receives additional advanced Ka-52M helicopters.

January 7, 2023. by Author Jaden.

The Russian military has acquired the latest advanced attack and reconnaissance helicopter, the Ka-52M.

This is the latest upgraded helicopter delivered to the Russian army, said a source in Russian industry.

“The first Ka-52M helicopters have been handed over to the Russian troops. Deliveries of the upgraded helicopters will also resume in 2023," the source was quoted as saying by TASS.

About ten helicopters will be supplied for the Russian army's aviation this year, he continued.

Previously on September 3, 2022 Airspace Review reported that the Russian Armed Forces had deployed upgraded Ka-52M reconnaissance/attack helicopters in their special military operation in Ukraine.

A Russian defense industry source said the Ka-52M underwent state and military trials in Ukraine.

“Currently, the Ka-52M is undergoing state trials and the military has made the decision to test the upgraded combat in special operations. Helicopters have proven their value in action,” said an unnamed source, September 2, 2022.

The results of the deployment of the helicopters in Ukraine were then evaluated for further improvement.

The Ka-52M is an upgraded version of the Ka-52 Alligator attack helicopter.

The missile armament of the Ka-52M has been standardized with the advanced weapons range of other Mi-28NM helicopters.

The Ka-52M is equipped with a new phased array radar station and long-range missiles. The upgraded fighter prototype made its debut flight on 10 August 2020.

The KA-52M's design features the best technical solutions, namely a gyro-stabilized long-range optoelectronic target acquisition and identification system, new digital drive guidance to improve gun aiming accuracy, new chassis wheels with disc-breaking gear, and more wear-resistant aircraft tires. In addition, the helicopters use the new VK-2500 engine.

The contract for the procurement of the Ka-52M has been signed between the Russian Ministry of Defense and the manufacturer of this helicopter, namely Russian Helicopters, part of Rostec.

Source: www.airspace-review.com

Boeing Delivers First Upgraded AH 64E Apache Attack Helicopter to the Ro...

Boeing Delivers First Upgraded AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopter to the Royal Netherlands Air Force.

Wednesday, 26-10-2022.

Boeing has delivered the first Apache AH-64E Version 6, or V6 helicopter featuring performance, sensor and software upgrades to the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF).

As part of the Foreign Military Sale (FMS) through the US Department of Defense, Boeing received a contract in 2019 to remake (rebuild) 28 Apache model AH-64D RNLAF into the AH-64E V6. Deliveries for the Apache E-model of the most modern variant to the country are targeted for completion by 2025.

“The Apache is the most advanced attack helicopter proven, and demand is growing worldwide,” said Kathleen Jolivette, vice president of Attack Helicopter Programs & Senior Mesa Site Executive at Boeing. “By upgrading from the D model to the Apache E model, the Royal Netherlands Air Force will see significant improvements in attack power, versatility and situational awareness over the next few decades.”

The Netherlands has operated the D-model Apache since 1998. Delivery of the remanufactured E-model Apache is the next step in a long-term partnership between Boeing and the country. The Apache continues to be an important element of European defence, and is currently operated by several European allies.

“It is an honor to receive the first ever reproduced Apache Echo. This updated attack helicopter is a major upgrade and provides the Royal Netherlands Air Force with more combat power and situational awareness. This first delivery is an important step in modernizing our entire Apache fleet,” said Vice Admiral Arie Jan de Waard, Director of the Defense Materials Organization.

The AH-64E V6 is the most modern configuration of the Apache attack helicopter. Since 1984, more than 2,600 Apaches have been delivered to the US Army and 17 international customers. Currently, there are more than 1,260 Apaches in operation worldwide with more than 665 representing the E-model.

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