Designed to meet a US Army requirement for an advanced attack helicopter, the AH64 was first flown on September 30th, 1975. Called "The Apache," this formidable helicopter replaced the AH1 Cobra as the principal attack helicopter for the US Army. At the time of its introduction, the Apache was revolutionary, with an innovative helmet mounted display and improved crash survivability. It is heavily armored and has been called a "Flying Tank," not only because of its defenses but also because of its ability to inspire fear on the battlefield. It features a nosemounted sensor suite for target acquisition and night vision systems. It is armed with a 30 mm M230 chain gun carried between the main landing gear, under the aircraft's forward fuselage, and four hardpoints mounted on stubwing pylons for carrying armament and stores, typically a mixture of AGM114 Hellfire missiles and Hydra 70 rocket pods. The Apache has become a symbol of Army airpower, serving in both Gulf Wars and in Afghanistan.

In late 2010 the 1st Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade along with 4 other units deployed to Afghanistan in support of "Operation Enduring Freedom XI". These units were dispersed to various locations throughout the country with the 110 Aviation going to Base Salerno, Khost Province, Afghanistan as Task Force "Tigershark". The AH64 Apaches were tasked with security and reconnaissance mission over eastern Afghanistan. The 10th CAB Apache helicopters also provide aerial surveillance and close combat attack capabilities in support ground forces.

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Today's example is by Hobby Master in 1:72 diecast, from the Air Power Series and is an AH64D Longbow Apache, US Army 10th CAB, 1st Battalion, #290, Afghanistan, Task Force Tigershark 2011
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