The attack helicopters upon arrival at Woensdrecht Air Base in the Netherlands. [Courtesy: Dutch Ministry of Defense]
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Two Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNAF) Apache helicopters have returned to the Netherlands, upgraded to AH-64E variants with new radar systems, sensors, increased engine power, and modern rotor blades.
This delivery is part of a 2019 contract with Boeing to remanufacture 28 RNAF AH-64D Apaches to the more advanced AH-64E v6 model.
The upgrade significantly enhances the fleet's advanced attack and reconnaissance capabilities, "future-proofing" the helicopters for an additional three decades of operational relevance, with 18 more expected by mid-2025.
Two Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNAF) Apache helicopters have returned to Woensdrecht Air Base (EHWO), upgraded to AH-64E variants with new radar systems, sensors, increased engine power, and modern composite rotor blades.
The aircraft were returned to Dutch soil by a Boeing C-17 Globemaster III, Boeing said Thursday.
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