A British Army Apache attack helicopter struck power lines during a night-time training flight in Suffolk on Feb. 21. The crew made a precautionary landing in a field.
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Photo: Close view of CAIC WZ-10 attack helicopter HMD
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U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command tests target missile made from surplus equipment
The U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command successfully tested a target missile that was build using Government Furnished Equipment (GFE).
Aviation Week flies Boeing AH-6i
Douglas Nelms from Aviation Week was able to test fly the Boeing AH-6i armed scout helicopter in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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Prince Harry is qualified Apache pilot
Prince Harry has qualified as an Apache helicopter pilot. He also won an award for best co-pilot gunner in his conversion course.
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