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.
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US Army attack helicopters crashing at historically high rate amid mechanical issues
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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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