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AH Mk1

THE PROGRAMME
A contract was awarded in April 1996 to supply 67 AH Mk1 Apache aircraft to the MoD for use by the British Army. The AH Mk1 is a dedicated attack helicopter based on the AH-64D which benefits from investment in its configuration as a Longbow standard aircraft with the addition of UK specific mission equipment for enhanced self-defence and all-weather capability. Westland is the UK Apache Prime Contractor and co-ordinating Design Authority and its main responsibilities include the following: s Overall Prime Contractor s Delivery of 67 aircraft between 2000-2004 s Last aircraft delivered in Q2 2004 s Integration of RTM322 engine and UK Defensive Aids s Aircrew training, infrastructure and facilities s Procurement of major sub-assemblies, systems and equipments s Manufacture of dynamic components, aircraft assembly, test and delivery

THE AMERICAN TEAM

The AH Mk1 Team was formed in order to offer Apache to the MoD to meet their requirement for an off-the-shelf, reliable, high performance attack helicopter. Westland teamed with Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Longbow International and the choice of Apache capitalises on nine years of the United Statess investment in upgrading the A models of Apache to the D version. s Boeing Air vehicle design and manufacture Longbow Apache integrator s Lockheed Martin Provide Target Acquisition and Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor (TADS/PNVS) and Hellfire II missiles s Longbow International A joint venture between Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman providing the Longbow Fire Control Radar and RF Hellfire missiles

THE BRITISH TEAM

Westland Helicopters leads a strong industrial team for delivering the AH Mk1 Apache attack helicopter.

LETHALITY
Potential for one attack helicopter regiment to destroy up to 256 targets in less than 5 minutes

LEADING PA R T I C U L A R S
PERFORMANCE AT PRIMARY MISSION GROSS WEIGHT 18,000 lb (8160 kg) & ISA + 15C
Hover In Ground Effect Ceiling Cruise speed at 500m Maximum range, internal fuel (with 20 minute reserve) 11,500 ft (3,505m) 140 kts (259 kph) 244 nm (450 km) DEFENSIVE AIDS HIDAS INTEGRATED SYSTEM INTEGRATED SURVEILLANCE/TARGET ACQUISITION s Fire Control Radar Ground and Air Targets s TV (127x mag) s Thermal Imaging (36x mag) s Direct View Optics (18x mag) s Laser Range Finder/Designator s Laser Spot Tracker s Automatic Target Tracking s Video Cassette Recorder INTEGRATED NAVIGATION AND PILOT VISION SYSTEMS s Radar Terrain Profile piloting mode s Pilot Night Vision Sensor (FLIR) s Integrated Helmet s Integrated GPS/INS/Doppler Navigation System s Tactical Situation Displays

WEAPON CAPABILITY
Hellfire II Missiles (Radar/Laser) CRV7 2.75" rockets 30 mm cannon rounds Air-to-Air Missiles (generic) 16 76 1,200 4

POWER PLANT
Engines (2 x Rolls-Royce: RTM322) FULLY INTEGRATED MANPRINT COCKPIT WITH COLOUR DISPLAYS

H I G H S U P P O R TA B I L I T Y
High supportability is a design requirement for the Apache. Ease of access to components, simplified diagnostics and repair procedures and reduced ground support equipment results from a MANPRINT approach. The AH Mk1 Apache is based on the experience of the US Army Apache which has over 1,000,000 flying hours in war and peace. High maintainability and reliability have been achieved by planned upgrades which are evident in availability rates for deployed operations of over 90% in Apache fleets across the world.

EFFECTIVENESS
AH Mk1 Apache is the only attack helicopter that has the system capability and payload to execute all designated roles concurrently, giving a Force Commander complete flexibility. Apache has been shown to be the most operationally effective attack helicopter. GENERAL CONFLICTS AH Mk1 Apache can destroy enemy targets at long ranges reducing losses of both troops and equipment to a minimum. OPERATIONS OTHER THAN CONFLICTS AH Mk1 Apache is equally effective in operations short of war or peace-keeping operations, characterised by political sensitivity and the close proximity of combatants to the civil population. CRISIS RESPONSE AH Mk1 Apache, with its multi-weapon payload, 1,400 km ferry range and over 450 km operational radius of action can quickly deploy from out of theatre to a potential flash point to deter aggression. Apache can form an over-the-horizon force of great flexibility and potency whose excellent surveillance and stand-off range can avoid direct confrontation and enhance its survivability.

Apache will provide the British Army with a world-class capability and offer the right combination of mobility, rapid deployment, reach and fire-power. Those who risk their lives for this country will be provided with the helicopter that we believe can destroy the highest number of enemy targets with the least loss of life among crews. Michael Portillo MP Secretary of State for Defence House of Commons 13th July 1995

PREPARE
train and rehearse
s Service training delivered by Aviation Training International Ltd (ATIL) s Networked Full Mission Simulator and three Field Deployable Simulators s Initial and continuation training s Mission rehearsal s Comprehensive technical and groundcrew training s Full suite of part task trainers

MULTI-ROLE PAYLOAD
10,000 lb Payload. 4 multi-purpose wing stations, together with 2 wing-tip AAM stations and the nose mounted 30mm gun, confer a concurrent multi-role capability which allows an immediate response to any situation. Role changes are eliminated with a load of 8 Hellfire, 38 70mm rockets, 1200 rounds of 30mm and 4 AAM.

FIRE CONTROL RADAR

The Longbow mast mounted Fire Control Radar (FCR) rapidly detects, classifies, prioritises and engages ground and air targets in adverse weather, dust, smoke and battlefield obscurants. This unique system enables engagements to be made outside threat response range and inside threat response times, significantly increasing survivability. An integrated Radio Frequency Interferometer passively gives identification of, and precise bearing to, threat emitters at very long range.

MANPRINT COCKPIT
The highly integrated MANPRINT cockpit, employing coloured Multi Function Displays, provides enhanced situational awareness and battle management to enable the crew to fight the aircraft effectively in high threat situations. Full redundancy is provided to enhance flexibility and survivability.

COMMUNICATIONS
Apache provides the potential for battlefield command/attack co-ordination through real-time Joint/All Arms Data sharing, multimedia intelligence exchange (including video) and an integrated data modem.

AIR-TO-AIR MISSILES
4 Air-to-Air Missiles (AAM) may be carried on the wing tip stations.

DEFENSIVE AIDS SYSTEM

The BAE SYSTEMS comprehensive Helicopter Integrated Defensive Aids Suite (HIDAS) includes radar, laser warnings and chaff and flare dispenser.

ENGINES
Twin Rolls-Royce RTM 322 engines provide the power and response for worldwide operations. Inlet particle separators protect the engines in dust and sand and full IR suppression guarantees a very low IR signature.

BATTLE DAMAGE TOLERANCE AND CRASHWORTHINESS

Apache is fully protected against 12.7mm rounds and is highly tolerant of 23mm HEI rounds, ensuring a high probability of mission success and crew survival. Crashworthy seats, structure and undercarriage, together with a wire strike protection system, provide further crew protection.

TARGET ACQUISITION AND DESIGNATION

Selectable FLIR, TV or direct view optics in the stabilised Target Acquisition and Designation Sight enable targets to be acquired and laser designated night and day. The TADS is fully integrated with the FCR for rapid target identification with magnification up to 127 times.

PILOT NIGHT VISION

The Pilot Night Vision Sensor (PNVS) and Integrated Helmet And Display Sighting System (IHADSS) provide a visually coupled, night and adverse weather piloting system. Flying and weapon aiming information is presented head-up to the pilot and the FCR terrain picture may also be selected on the helmet mounted display.

30MM GUN
30mm gun carries 1200 rounds for rapid off-axis engagement of both ground and air targets. The turreted mounting enables the gun to be used whilst continuing with the primary anti-armour engagement.

MAIN ROTOR
The four bladed low signature main rotor provides high agility (including negative g) and high levels of tolerance of 23mm HEI rounds and wire and tree strikes. Full main and tail rotor deicing helps to provide a 24 hour worldwide capability.

ROCKETS
Up to 76 CRV7 70mm multipurpose rockets may be carried for the engagement of area targets. These rockets are effective against light armour, soft skinned vehicles and personnel.

NAVIGATION
The precision, all weather navigation system employs a Kalman filter with GPS, inertial, doppler and air data sensing to keep the crew constantly informed of their location.

HELLFIRE MISSILES
Apache carries up to 16 Laser and fire-and-forget Radio Frequency guided long range Hellfire missiles for the precision engagement of selected point targets under all weather conditions. The dual warhead defeats all known tank armour.

SUPPORTABILITY
Apache is designed for ease of maintenance in the field with built-in steps and working platforms, ease of access, built-in test equipment (for 90% of faults at 1st line), simpler diagnostics and repair procedures (only 10 tools required).

TRANSMISSION
The rugged main rotor gearbox is designed for rapid removal without removing the rotors and rotor mast. A 30 minute run-dry capability contributes to high survivability.

UNDERCARRIAGE
The crashworthy, wheeled undercarriage provides rapid ground and ship mobility.

FUEL SYSTEM
2400 lbs of internal fuel enables over 2 hours primary mission endurance. Up to 4 long range external tanks may be easily fitted to increase combat radius/time on patrol or enable self deployment up to 1500 km range.

TAIL ROTOR
Four bladed low signature tail rotor provides powerful and precise yaw control for agility, weapon aiming and 45 knot cross-wind capability. The tail rotor is located so as to prevent ground strikes and minimise hazards to personnel.