![]() It's modular electronics architecture and built-in diagnostics. The Comanche will have enhanced maintainability through MIL-STD-1553B databus between the mission equipment packages and the Mission management, status, and control information is provided over the This design feature reduces both drag and Up to four Hellfire and two Air-to-Air Stinger (ATAS) missilesĬan be stowed in fully-retractable weapons bays and the gun can be rotated toĪ stowed position when not in use. Missiles, or 56 2.75 inch Hydra 70 air-to-ground rockets carried internallyĪnd externally. The armament subsystems consist of the XM301 20mm cannon, and up toġ4 Hellfire anti-tank missiles, 28 Air-to-Air Stinger (ATAS) anti-aircraft Integral component of the digital battlefield. Digital communications links willĮnable the crew unparalleled situational awareness, making the Comanche an The target acquisitionĪnd communications system will allow burst transmissions of data to otherĪircraft and command and control systems. ![]() The battlefield, identifying and prioritizing targets. Digital sensors, computers and software willĮnable the aircraft to track and recognize advesarys long before they areĪware of the Comanche's presence, a key advantage in both the reconnaissanceĪided target detection and classification software will automatically scan Television, a laser range finder and designator, and the Apache Longbow ![]() Second generation forward-looking infrared (FLIR) sensor, a low-light-level Night-vision pilotage system, helmet-mounted display, electro-optical targetĪcquisition and designation system, aided target recognition, and integratedĬommunication/navigation/identification avionics system. The Comanche mission equipment package consists of a turret-mounted cannon, The Comanche is slated to replace the AH-1 SeriesĬobra light attack helicopter, the OH-6A Cayuse, and the OH-58A/OH-58C Kiowa light observation Include an air-to-ground and air-to-air combat capability. The RAH-66 will be used as a scout and attack helicopter to The Comanche will perform theĪttack mission itself for the Army's light divisions. The aircraft has been designed to emit a low-radar signature (stealth features). Symbology that can be used as a headup display in nape-of-the-earth Helicopter at night, in adverse weather, and in battlefield obscurants, The RAH-66 Comanche helicopter's primary role will be to seek out enemyįorces and designate targets for the AH-64 Apache Attack These advanced engines and a streamlined airframe will be enable the Comanche to fly significantly faster than the larger AH-64 Apache. Powered by two Light Helicopter Turbine Engine Co. Scheduled to be delivered 2002 to participate in an Army field exercise Six early operational capability aircraft are The second prototype is scheduled to fly in late March 1999. The prototype'sįirst flight was made on 04 January 1996. The first Boeing-Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche prototype was rolled-outĪt Sikorsky Aircraft, Stratford, Connecticut, May 25, 1995. The Comanche is intended to replace the current fleet of AH-1 and OH-58 helicopters in all air cavalry troops and light division attack helicopter battalions, and supplement the AH-64 Apache in heavy division/corps attack helicopter battalions. Warfighting capabilities crucial to the Army's future strategic vision. Opportunity to move into the 21st century with a weapon system of unsurpassed The Comanche will provide Army Aviation the It also is the first helicopter developed The Boeing-Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche is the Army's next generation armed RAH-66 Comanche - Military Aircraft FAS |
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