What does an Apache gunner do?

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What does an Apache gunner do?

The Apache has two cockpit sections: The pilot sits in the rear and the gunner sits in the front. As you might expect, the pilot maneuvers the helicopter and the gunner aims and fires the weapons. Both sections of the cockpit include flight and firing controls in case one pilot needs to take over full operation.

What is the best gunship in the world?

Currently top 9 best attack helicopters in the world are these:

  1. Nr.1 Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian (USA)
  2. Nr.2 Bell AH-1Z Viper (USA)
  3. Nr.3 Kamov Ka-52 Hokum-B (Russia)
  4. Nr.4 Mil Mi-28 Havoc (Russia)
  5. Nr.5 Eurocopter Tiger (France/Germany)
  6. Nr.6 Z-10 (China)
  7. Nr.7 Denel AH-2 Rooivalk (South Africa)
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What is the purpose of a gunship?

A gunship is a military aircraft armed with heavy aircraft guns, primarily intended for attacking ground targets either as airstrike or as close air support.

How do I become an Apache helicopter?

The first requirement to becoming an Apache pilot is to meet the qualifications to become an Army officer. Army officers must be U.S. citizens. For active duty, they must be between 18 and 29 or between 18 and 32 for the Reserves.

Is it hard to fly an Apache helicopter?

You first have to complete the army pilot’s course which is modular and takes about two years. Once you have been awarded your army flying wings you might get selected to train on the Apache. Initially it can be quite difficult to fly as it is much larger and more complex than the training aircraft.

How long does it take to become an Apache helicopter pilot?

How long is training to become an Army helicopter pilot? Without a degree, you’ll need 10 weeks of Basic and 5 to 7 weeks of Warrant Officer School. With a degree, Officer Candidate Training is 12 weeks long. Flight School is 32, weeks and specialty training 14 to 23 weeks.

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Can you buy an AC-130?

The Super Hercules is finally available to the public. Like the legendary “legacy” C-130 Hercules series of ridiculously versatile military cargo haulers that was offered in civilian form under the L-100 designation, the C-130J Super Hercules now has a civilian variant of its own—the LM-100J.

Where are Apache helicopters stationed?

Germany
The Apaches, part of the US Army’s 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, are stationed in Germany, as part of Operation Atlantic Resolve.