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Written question asked by John Healey (Labour) on Wednesday, 7 June 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 June 2023. It was answered by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Friday, 16 June 2023 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Apache Helicopters

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to Defence in a Competitive Age, published by his Department in March 2021, whether he expects the AH-64 Apache Attack Helicopters to be upgraded by 2025.

Answer

The Attack Helicopter Capability Sustainment Programme is delivering 50 of the latest Version 6 Apache AH-64E aircraft, through a re-manufacture programme of the Apache AH Mark 1, via a Foreign Military Sale from the US Government.

Initial Operating Capability was declared in May 2023, with the programme currently on schedule to achieve Full Operating Capability in January 2026.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
188191
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Apache helicopters
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk