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US Army Attack Helicopters Face High Crash Rate Due to Mechanical Issues
The US Army is experiencing a historically high rate of attack helicopter crashes, primarily involving Apache aircraft, due to persistent mechanical issues. This trend is raising concerns about the readiness and safety of its helicopter fleet.
24 Aug, 08:00 — 24 Aug, 09:33
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US Army attack helicopters crashing at historically high rate amid mechanical issues
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US Army attack helicopters crashing at historically high rate amid mechanical issues
The US Army’s Apache helicopters are crashing at a historically high rate amid a widespread problem with the model’s transmission, according to a CNN analysis of military accident data. The helicopter type has experienced five major crashes since October, and a deadly mishap earlier this month in Texas killed two soldiers, sparked a wildfire and … The post US Army attack helicopters crashing at historically high rate amid mechanical issues appeared first on Egypt Independent.
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