Apache helicopter

Armed military chopper

The Apache is a U.S. military attack helicopter, officially the AH-64 Apache, designed for anti-armor and close air support missions.

It carries missiles, rockets, and a chain gun.

The Apache has been central to American military operations since the 1980s: Apache helicopters provided cover for ground troops.

Named after the Native American people.

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