The United States has the possible sale of 30 AH-64E Apache Guardianattack helicopters approved for Israel. The size of the deal is estimated at up to $3.8 billion.
The approval was announced by the US State Department and published on the official website of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA). In addition to the helicopters in the most modern Apache-Configuration includes package 70 T700-GE-701Dengines, latest generation M-TADS/PNVS electro-optical systems, 30 AN/APG-78 Longbow fire control radars, missile warning systems, night vision devices, 60 M36E8 practice missiles and state-of-the-art navigation equipment with M-Code capability.
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The agreement also includes a comprehensive support package: training of pilots and ground personnel, provision of simulators, ongoing technical support and spare parts. This ensures the integration of the fleet and its long-term operational readiness.
A key unique selling point of the AH-64E is that MUMTsystem (Manned-Unmanned Teaming). It allows pilots to control drones directly from the cockpit, receive real-time video data and carry out coordinated attacks. This significantly improves the situation picture and operational effectiveness.
The Israel Air Force currently operates two main variants of the Apache under the local designations “Peten” and “Saraf”, assigned primarily to Squadrons 113 and 190. The introduction of the AH-64E variant represents a significant technological advance for the Israeli attack helicopter fleet – with improvements in connectivity, assertiveness and battlefield survivability.
Source and images: DSCA | Israel Air Force | Wikimedia. This content was created with the support of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
