„Apache helicopters prove counter-drone capabilities in US Army demonstration”
1 September 2025
During the demonstration, Apache crews used a mix of weapons, including Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles (JAGM), HELLFIRE variants, Hydra-70 rockets fitted with Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) guidance, and 30mm cannon rounds. All missiles hit their targets, APKWS rockets destroyed three out of four, and 30mm rounds successfully engaged the designated threats.
The APKWS is a guidance kit that converts standard Hydra-70 unguided rockets into precision weapons. By incorporating a laser guidance system, the system enables accurate strikes at a fraction of the cost of larger missiles, making it a practical option for counter-drone missions and other close-support roles.
“This was about validating our capabilities and ensuring the Apache remains a vital asset in modern combat scenarios,” said Chief Warrant Officer 5 Daniel York. “We demonstrated that the Apache continues to be relevant and effective in the face of evolving UAS threats.”
„U.S. Army AH-64E Apache helicopter evolves from tank killer to frontline counter-drone weapon.”
Compared to ground-based air defense systems, AH-64E Apache attack helicopters offer unique advantages. Standard surface-to-air missile systems such as Patriot or NASAMS provide effective coverage but are limited to fixed positions and rely heavily on radar signatures, leaving gaps against low-flying drones or those operating in cluttered environments. Apache platforms, by contrast, combine advanced sensors with mobility, allowing them to patrol vulnerable zones, detect threats concealed from static radars, and engage targets at varying ranges with a wide choice of munitions. They also deliver a cost-benefit advantage, as using precision rockets or 30mm rounds against small drones is more economical than expending high-value air defense interceptors.
Additionally, compared to other combat assets like jet fighters, the Apache provides persistent battlefield presence and slower operational speeds that improve detection and engagement of small, low-signature drones. Fighters are optimized for high-speed air dominance missions and are less efficient in sustained counter-UAS operations. The AAH-64E pache’s ability to remain on station for extended periods, integrate with ground units, and share real-time situational awareness via networked systems reinforces its role as a frontline guardian against drone incursions.
Aștept teste din astea și cu A-10 pt toți cei care nu mai cred in relevanța aviației de atac..
..și care, parerea mea, ar trebui sa primească alt nume in noul context..mai aproape de noile realități..si sa mai reducă din prejudecățile post Ukraina că e o armă obsolete sau strict pe CAS..
..gen Lower Speed Air Defense & Attack Aircraft (LOSADA)..
Vazui si eu acum Godzilla Minus One… cand facem si noi un film cu IAR-80?
Sau inca ne put filmele istorice pentru ca stricam mofturile „demitizatorilor”?
Noi încă suntem la discuții
Cine încearcă să comunice cu drona inamică să o întrebe ce vrea ?
Cine i-a interogatoriu la drona ?
Cine calculează muniția de la bordul dronei ?
Cine predă limba rusă și ne învață dragostea frățească ? https://m.ziare.com/sedinta-csat/drone-distrugere-1965827
Noi mai greu cu strategia și pregătirea de luptă
Tb întâlniri, discuții
Ca asta-i pregătirea noastră de luptă: întâlniri, discuții, eventual ceva luari de poziția copilului
Nu, tot nu e BIAS 2025. 😀
Palpatine voce soptita: „dew it”…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRok0G8BRpI
Motivele pentru care au ales norvegienii Type 26 …
https://youtu.be/EhNRBMLZB_I?si=T84mSHnKS8xAYDZi
Parada militara, China (unde s-au dus si Burberry cu Veorica):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4–97jykt4
Teste recente..merită citit:
„Apache helicopters prove counter-drone capabilities in US Army demonstration”
1 September 2025
During the demonstration, Apache crews used a mix of weapons, including Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles (JAGM), HELLFIRE variants, Hydra-70 rockets fitted with Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) guidance, and 30mm cannon rounds. All missiles hit their targets, APKWS rockets destroyed three out of four, and 30mm rounds successfully engaged the designated threats.
The APKWS is a guidance kit that converts standard Hydra-70 unguided rockets into precision weapons. By incorporating a laser guidance system, the system enables accurate strikes at a fraction of the cost of larger missiles, making it a practical option for counter-drone missions and other close-support roles.
“This was about validating our capabilities and ensuring the Apache remains a vital asset in modern combat scenarios,” said Chief Warrant Officer 5 Daniel York. “We demonstrated that the Apache continues to be relevant and effective in the face of evolving UAS threats.”
http://www.aerotime.aero/articles/apache-attack-helicopter-counter-uas-demo/amp
https://www.stripes.com/branches/army/2025-09-02/apache-helicopter-drone-threat-18951533.html
https://defence-industry.eu/ah-64-apache-helicopters-prove-effective-in-u-s-army-tests-against-evolving-unmanned-aircraft-systems/
„U.S. Army AH-64E Apache helicopter evolves from tank killer to frontline counter-drone weapon.”
Compared to ground-based air defense systems, AH-64E Apache attack helicopters offer unique advantages. Standard surface-to-air missile systems such as Patriot or NASAMS provide effective coverage but are limited to fixed positions and rely heavily on radar signatures, leaving gaps against low-flying drones or those operating in cluttered environments. Apache platforms, by contrast, combine advanced sensors with mobility, allowing them to patrol vulnerable zones, detect threats concealed from static radars, and engage targets at varying ranges with a wide choice of munitions. They also deliver a cost-benefit advantage, as using precision rockets or 30mm rounds against small drones is more economical than expending high-value air defense interceptors.
Additionally, compared to other combat assets like jet fighters, the Apache provides persistent battlefield presence and slower operational speeds that improve detection and engagement of small, low-signature drones. Fighters are optimized for high-speed air dominance missions and are less efficient in sustained counter-UAS operations. The AAH-64E pache’s ability to remain on station for extended periods, integrate with ground units, and share real-time situational awareness via networked systems reinforces its role as a frontline guardian against drone incursions.
https://armyrecognition.com/focus-analysis-conflicts/army/defence-security-industry-technology/exclusive-u-s-army-ah-64e-apache-helicopter-evolves-from-tank-killer-to-frontline-counter-drone-weapon
Aștept teste din astea și cu A-10 pt toți cei care nu mai cred in relevanța aviației de atac..
..și care, parerea mea, ar trebui sa primească alt nume in noul context..mai aproape de noile realități..si sa mai reducă din prejudecățile post Ukraina că e o armă obsolete sau strict pe CAS..
..gen Lower Speed Air Defense & Attack Aircraft (LOSADA)..
..accentul pe aerial defense! Complementar AA..
SALSA
I like salsa.
Poti sa gasesti „un acronim” pentru SALSA?
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/kvytkSMXcSE
Sosiri la RIAT 2025, sunt si ai nostri pe acolo:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ydoFuOYSzw
Universal Soldier :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E35zvIpbMsE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5Q2V9TA-eQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYcmalXdV_4
Vazui si eu acum Godzilla Minus One… cand facem si noi un film cu IAR-80?
Sau inca ne put filmele istorice pentru ca stricam mofturile „demitizatorilor”?
The Rare Romanian AK-74 Carbine: The PM md.94
https://youtu.be/EII7bsquA-c?si=KNZKEbbsl1noqcgU
traditii la altii:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8rMgDQaqXw
IGSU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0QS6KCVvkc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EII7bsquA-c
What a dumb burst mechanism…
Scuze, acum vazui ca-l postase Kata putin mai sus.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/1CkNGznGf7E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VDw_Fi_91Y
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rY7U69JijUk
Polonia nu mai vrea drone rusești
România începe să-și arate dragostea frățească față de criminalul de la moskva și slugile lui
https://m.ziare.com/romania/drone-rusesti-romania-respinge-no-fly-polonia-cere-sprijin-1964789
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWcm75isSpI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9Y6czS1hOA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onr80iOoEXs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-zz9aXIgL0
Sa traiti bine:
https://www.ziuaveche.ro/actualitate-interna/social/suntem-saracii-europei-341258.html/
Gândire cu premeditare
Nu tragem în inamic ca ne putem lovi pe noi
Și aprobarea vine de sus
Cat mai de sus, ca să fim siguri ca nu exista aprobare de apărare a teritoriului național
De prea sus, ca pilotu militar sa nu mai poată ajunge la ea
https://hotnews.ro/nicusor-dan-a-convocat-csat-ul-cum-vor-raspunde-autoritatile-la-incalcarile-spatiului-aerian-de-catre-drone-sau-avioane-2070859
Noi încă suntem la discuții
Cine încearcă să comunice cu drona inamică să o întrebe ce vrea ?
Cine i-a interogatoriu la drona ?
Cine calculează muniția de la bordul dronei ?
Cine predă limba rusă și ne învață dragostea frățească ?
https://m.ziare.com/sedinta-csat/drone-distrugere-1965827
Englezii îs hotărâți
Inamicu trebuie doborât
https://m.ziare.com/marea-britanie-avioane-rusesti-interceptate/ministru-externe-1965838
Noi mai greu cu strategia și pregătirea de luptă
Tb întâlniri, discuții
Ca asta-i pregătirea noastră de luptă: întâlniri, discuții, eventual ceva luari de poziția copilului
EMALS…
https://theaviationist.com/2025/09/22/j-35-j-15-kj-600-fujian-flight-ops/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I42o0y5lb80
Reducerea tevii de la 13 la 10,5 toli… printre altele…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=999MSCG9lF4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zsgCt56swI
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/d_iY2JwwNck
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lT0ZjtlgzQU
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IjQnt0ryzxs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8ieN10lX40
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Xnr1lj7M-jg