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  • The two prototype YAH-64s together. Of interest on the first aircraft is the target acquisition sensor unit on the nose, white the second machine carries twin rocket pods

    Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas AH-64 Apache - США - 1975

  • The first prototype Hughes YAH-64A, 22248 firing two of the 250 rockets launched during tests, in both hovering and forward flight, to ensure compatability of the weapons with the airframe.

    Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas AH-64 Apache - США - 1975

  • U.S. Army requirements included the ability to land on a 12-deg. longitudinal slope (as shown left) and a 15-deg lateral slope (right) The Hughes YAH-64's tailwheel landing gear is said to assist in meeting the former requirement

    Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas AH-64 Apache - США - 1975

  • Another view of the first prototype which made its maiden flight on 30th September 1975

    Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas AH-64 Apache - США - 1975

  • The unique chain-driven firing and feed mechanisms used on the Hughes XM-230 30-mm. Chain Gun, developed for the AH-64. The mechanism is said to save 100 lb. weight over the gun installed in the competing Bell helicopter

    Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas AH-64 Apache - США - 1975

  • Hughes AH-64

    Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas AH-64 Apache - США - 1975

  • The Bell YAH-63, Hughes' rival, seen at Arlington, Texas, during ground running tests. Note the two-bladed main and tail rotors, a traditional Bell feature. The first prototype YAH-63, 22246, made its first flight on 1st October 1975 - the day after the YAH-64

    Самолёты на фотографии: Bell AH-63 / Model 409 - США - 1975