WATTISHAM AIRFIELD
Last week I had the tremendous honour of visiting Wattisham Airfield to learn more about the new AH-64E Apache helicopter.
The new helicopters will replace the Apache AH Mk1, which is set to go out of service in 2024.
The new helicopters have a top speed of 186mph (300km/h) and can detect 256 potential targets up to a range of 10 miles (16km).
It's one of the most advanced attack helicopters in the world. It can achieve extraordinary things, for instance, did you know that engineers have developed self-sealing fuel tanks? Incredible!
The AH-64E will defend British troops and tanks and support the British position on the frontline.
