US Army Combat Aviation • AH-64E Apache • Live Fire
US Military #News - Here we see US #Soldiers assigned to 4th Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, 2nd Combat #aviation Brigade, 2nd Infantry ROK-U.S. Combined Division conduct AH-64E Apache aerial gunnery during the Combined Joint Fires Coordination Exercise recently at Kunsan Air Force Base, South Korea.
Apache helicopters can be armed with an assortment of munitions to include AGM-114 Hellfire missiles, Hydra 70 rockets and 30mm autocanon ammunition. The Apache helicopter gunnery of CJFCX coincides with Exercise Warrior Shield, a training exercise within the 2nd Infantry Division that employs Fight Tonight fundamentals and capabilities
The AH-64E Apache helicopter, one of the most advanced and lethal aircraft in the world. Designed for combat missions in any environment, the Apache is a formidable force in the skies, capable of delivering devastating firepower and performing complex maneuvers with ease.
The Apache is a twin-engine attack helicopter that has been in service with the US Army since the 1980s. Over the years, it has undergone numerous upgrades and modifications, and the latest version, the AH-64E, is the most advanced yet. With its advanced avionics, weapons systems, and sensors, the Apache is a force multiplier on the battlefield, able to detect and engage targets from long distances and in all weather conditions.
One of the most impressive features of the Apache is its ability to operate in close proximity to ground troops, providing critical support and protection. Equipped with a variety of weapons, including a 30mm cannon, rockets, and Hellfire missiles, the Apache can take out a wide range of targets, from armored vehicles to fortified positions. Additionally, the helicopter is equipped with advanced countermeasures to defend against enemy threats, making it a highly survivable aircraft in combat situations.
The Apache's advanced technology is not limited to its weapons systems. The helicopter's advanced avionics and sensors enable it to perform a wide range of missions, including reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. The Apache's Longbow radar, for example, can detect and track moving targets from over 8 km away, while its advanced navigation and communication systems enable it to operate in complex environments and communicate with ground forces in real-time.
Overall, the AH-64E Apache is a true marvel of modern military technology. With its lethal firepower, advanced sensors, and unmatched versatility, the Apache is a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield. Whether operating in support of ground troops or engaging in independent missions, the Apache is a critical asset for any military force that seeks to maintain air superiority and protect its troops on the ground.
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Credit to : Capt. Frank Spatt - 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade
U.S. Army #Soldiers with the Georgia Army National Guard's Fort-Benning-based 648th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade and the Macon-based 48th Infantry Brigade #Combat Team conduct combined live-fire assault training during Exercise African Lion 21 at the Tan Tan Training Area, Morocco, June 13, 2021.
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Credit to : #USArmy National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Jeron Walker
Multinational troops (MNE, TUR, USA, UK, ITA, HUN, LAT) prepare for the distinguished visitor’s day for Steadfast Defender 2021.
Troops share procedures and equipment during a static display. US tanks fire at simulated targets during the DV day rehearsal.
(NATO video by Petty Officer 1st Class Brett Dodge, USN)
US Military News - U.S. Marines practice #skiing during Korea Viper 24.1 at Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2024. This training teaches Marines multiple skiing techniques, mountain movement, and survival skills all in the austere cold weather environment that Korea offers. #military #usmc
In its first ever iteration, Korea Viper 24.1 is designed as a distributed expeditionary advanced base operation, advancing interoperability while simultaneously deterring adversary forces.
The Marines are with 2d Battalion, 7th Marines. 2/7 is forward deployed in the Indo-Pacific under 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program.
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Credit to : U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Evelyn Doherty
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) fires a MK-45 MOD 4 5-inch 62 caliber lightweight gun as part of a live-fire exercise during exercise At-Sea Demo/Formidable Shield, June 01, 2021.
Exercise At-Sea Demo/Formidable Shield, conducted by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO on behalf of U.S. Sixth Fleet, is a live-fire integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) exercise that improves Allied interoperability using #NATO command and control reporting structures. ( #USNavy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan T. Beard/Released)
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Credit to : Petty Officer 2nd Class Nathan Beard -
Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO
Airmen deployed from the 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 96th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., work pre-flight checks to launch two B-52 Stratofortresses at RAF Fairford, England, Oct. 21, 2019.
US Military #News - U.S. Marines with 3d Reconnaissance battalion, 3d Marine Division, conducted Helocast insertion training at the Jungle Warfare Training Center, Camp Gonsalves, Okinawa, Japan, on Aug. 16, 2021. Helocasting is a method Marines use for quick water entry from a helicopter while conducting Amphibious Operations. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Lance Cpl. Jerry Edlin)
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Credit to : Lance Cpl. Jerry Edlin - 3rd Marine Division
US Navy - A tour of the guided-missile destroyer, USS Dewey (DDG 105) during Los Angeles Fleet Week.
USS Dewey (DDG-105) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer in the United States Navy. Dewey is the third Navy ship named after Admiral of the Navy George Dewey, hero of the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish–American War. #Navy #USNavy #Ships
Length: 155 m
Construction started: October 4, 2006
Launched: January 26, 2008
Beam: 20 m
Homeport: San Diego
Builder: Ingalls Shipbuilding
Speed: 30+ knots (55+ km/h)
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Credit to : Chief Petty Officer John Scorza - Navy Region Southwest
The 146th Airlift Wing kicked off its fire season with Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System annual Training at Channel Islands Air National Guard Station, to train ground crews and pilots to certify for the upcoming wildfire season.
Credit to : Sgt. Nicholas Carzis – 146 Airlift Wing, Public Affairs, California Air National Guard