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Best-in-class rotorcraft for multimissions ops

The AH-6 is a versatile light attack and multimission helicopter built for superior performance and rapid reconfiguration. Derived from decades of Apache evolution, it combines a purpose-built military fuselage with modern systems to boost mission effectiveness and survivability. Configurable mission equipment and an integrated cockpit support precision day-and-night engagement, anti-armor, close-combat attack, reconnaissance, security and escort, troop insertion and extraction, and combat search and rescue — delivering a reliable, state-of-the-art platform for diverse operational needs.

Capabilities and Features

Mission Capabilities

A highly adaptable light attack helicopter designed for precision engagement and multimission flexibility.
Multimission capabilities

Configured for light and precision attack, anti-armor, close-combat attack, reconnaissance, security and escort, troop insertion and extraction, and combat search and rescue.

Rapid configuration

Advanced manufacturing and design let ground crews transition the AH-6 from transport to flight configuration in minutes, including blade fold capability for fast deployment and recovery.

Precision day-and-night engagement

Fully integrated weapons, a state-of-the-art sensor and glass cockpit simplify pilot workload and enable effective operations and reconnaissance.

Performance and Platform

Best-in-class performance, capability and versatility leveraging AH-64 Apache advancements.
Unmatched power to weight

Superior power-to-weight ratio supports exceptional high hot and nap-of-the-earth performance and operational flexibility in demanding environments.

Exceptional endurance and agility

The AH-6 delivers long on-station times and agile handling for high-tempo missions, enabling persistent presence and rapid response.

Fully integrated digital cockpit

Benefiting from more than 30 years of AH-64 evolution, the AH-6 features an advanced mission computer and latest software.

Survivability and Safety

A systems approach to crew protection and crash survivability maximizes crew safety from military flight loads.
Combat-proven airframe design

The AH-6 inherits a legacy of survivable rotorcraft design, engineered to maintain performance and crew protection in hostile environments.

Crash and crash-landing protection

Energy-absorbing landing gear, robust airframe structure,  crash-attenuating seats and advanced restraints work together to reduce occupant loads and improve survivability.

Support and Readiness

Comprehensive sustainment and logistics solutions to maximize global fleet readiness and reduce life cycle cost.
Tailored life cycle support

Boeing offers options from transactional spares to full performance-based logistics, integrated fleet support, maintenance, modifications and repairs.

Reduced total ownership cost

Support services and commonality with existing rotorcraft infrastructure help lower sustainment burden while ensuring mission availability.

Rapid mission prep and sustainment

The AH-6’s rapid configuration design, coupled with robust logistics, keep aircraft ready for rapid deployment and high-tempo operations.

Specifications

Maximum Cruise Speed 126 knots
Maximum Range 179 nautical miles (332 kilometers)
Maximum Endurance 2.1 hours
Maximum Rate of Climb 2,162 feet per minute (659 meters per minute)
Maximum Service Ceiling 20,000 feet (6,096 meters)

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