Written question asked by Mark Francois (Conservative) on Monday, 10 October 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 12 October 2022. It was answered by Alec Shelbrooke (Conservative) on Monday, 17 October 2022 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Apache Helicopters: Procurement
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with regard to the new AH-64E Apache attack helicopter, (a) what definition of initial operating capability his Department has set for the programme; and (b) what is the estimated date for (i) initial operating capability and (ii) full operating capability.
- Answer
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The Apache AH-64E initial operating capability (IOC) is defined as one AH-64E v6 squadron 'at Readiness', cleared to support operational use with full security accreditation; the delivery of two linked and accredited land simulators to conduct mission rehearsal training; and a long-term maintenance and training package.
IOC is expected to be achieved in 2023 and Full Operating Capability in 2026.
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- Written question
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- 59094
- Session
- 2022-23
- Subjects
- Procurement Apache helicopters
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