AH-64DJP - Revision history

U148469566: /* Usage in battles */ deleting the this sentence because the AH-64DJP does not have MAW.

2024-11-05T13:42:18Z

‎Usage in battles: deleting the this sentence because the AH-64DJP does not have MAW.

U17577377: /* See also */

2024-06-28T01:36:12Z

‎See also

U44629479: Edits

2024-03-29T21:48:32Z

Edits

U38088265: Edits

2024-02-23T13:21:06Z

Edits

U6676608: Added RWR and Flare pattern to defense part; Added end of service in history +source, added points to pros/cons, fixed one unclear phrase

2024-02-16T23:46:00Z

Added RWR and Flare pattern to defense part; Added end of service in history +source, added points to pros/cons, fixed one unclear phrase

U38088265: /* Armaments */

2024-02-02T20:27:58Z

‎Armaments

U38088265: /* Flight performance */

2023-09-26T18:38:55Z

‎Flight performance

U38088265: Reverted edits by U31741278 (talk) to last revision by U38088265

2023-09-26T18:38:14Z

Reverted edits by U31741278 (talk) to last revision by U38088265

U31741278: /* Flight performance */

2023-09-26T05:59:59Z

‎Flight performance

U38088265: /* Description */

2023-08-19T20:40:07Z

‎Description

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 Flying the Apache effectively can be more difficult than most players would imagine, processing information from optical sights, radar displays, and the radar warning receiver all at once can lead to information overload. If distracted by irrelevant information, a pilot can quickly lose situational awareness. Being successful in the Apache requires situational awareness above all else. Due to the fragility of the helicopter, any blindspot can lead to a quick and sudden death. Additionally, the mobility of the Apache is adequate but not impressive, so evasive manoeuvres are not always effective.
-Using cover is a very important part of staying alive in the Apache. Always stay behind a hill or building in ground battles. When exposing yourself in order to fire on the enemy, be mindful to not gain too much altitude. Most importantly, Always listen to your RWR and MAW. If you hear an alarm, take evasive action immediately.
+Using cover is a very important part of staying alive in the Apache. Always stay behind a hill or building in ground battles. When exposing yourself in order to fire on the enemy, be mindful to not gain too much altitude.
 The biggest improvement of the later Apache variants is the ability to mount the Longbow radar system. This system, if used properly, will help maintain situational awareness.
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 * ''reference to the series of the helicopter;''
 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' -->
 ;[[AH-64 (Family)|Related development]]
 {{columns|4|
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 * [[File:Israel flag.png|30px|link=]] [[Saraph]]
 }}
 ;Rotorcraft of comparable role, configuration and era
 {{columns|4|

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 * ''reference to the series of the helicopter;''
 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' -->
+;[[AH-64 (Family)|Related development]]
 ;Rotorcraft of comparable role, configuration and era
+{{columns|4|
-* [[Mi-35M]]
+* [[File:FRG flag.png|30px|link=]] [[File:France flag.png|30px|link=]] [[Tiger Eurocopter (Family)]]
-* [[Ka-50]]
+* [[File:Italy flag.png|30px|link=]] [[A129 (Family)]]
-* [[EC-665 Tiger HAP]]
+* [[File:South Africa flag.png|30px|link=]] [[Rooivalk Mk1F CSH]]
 == External links ==

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 '''Using the Longbow Radar:'''
-The radar of the Apache should be used as a secondary tool when engaging ground targets. As of update 1.99.1.45, the radar is not effective in obtaining target lock for ground vehicles. The AGM-114L radar guided Hellfire is not in the game, so guidance of Hellfires should be done by using the FLIR thermal imaging camera to lase targets. However, the radar is still useful in detecting enemy aircraft. By using the multi-function menu to switch radar mode, the radar will begin to search for air rather than ground targets. Keeping track of enemy aircraft is vital to survival in the Apache, as any plane can make quick work of the Apache if the helicopter is unprepared.
+The radar of the Apache should be used as a secondary tool when engaging ground targets. The radar is not effective in obtaining target lock for ground vehicles. The AGM-114L radar guided Hellfire is not in the game, so guidance of Hellfires should be done by using the FLIR thermal imaging camera to lase targets. However, the radar is still useful in detecting enemy aircraft. By using the multi-function menu to switch radar mode, the radar will begin to search for air rather than ground targets. Keeping track of enemy aircraft is vital to survival in the Apache, as any plane can make quick work of the Apache if the helicopter is unprepared.
 '''Air-to-Air (Stinger and Gun):'''

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 Important note: unlike the American and British brothers, the AH-64DJP lacks a MAW (missile approach warning) system. This means that the AH-64JDP player should keep an extra eye on SPAAs and incoming SAMs by himself, as without MAW missiles must be spotted and countermeasures deployed manually.
-The AH-64DJP, like most of it's siblings has a fully digital RWR covering the full radar band spectrum. This means it will be able to see any (turned on) radar in the lobby with corresponding abbreviation.
+The AH-64DJP, like most of its siblings, has a fully digital RWR covering the full radar band spectrum. This means it will be able to see any (turned on) radar in the lobby with corresponding abbreviation.
 == Usage in battles ==
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 ** Flexible 30 mm cannon
 *** Has 51 mm pen to penetrate roof-top armour and light vehicles in a mono-type belt
-*** devastating against any air target hit
+*** Devastating against any air target hit
 * Anti-air capabilities:
 ** 4 AIM-92 Stinger AAMs
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 In 2017, it was announced that the AH-64DJP helicopters were to have their targeting systems upgraded by the American Lockheed Martin defense firm. According to a press briefing from April 26 of 2017, the upgrade was to the Modernized Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor (M‑TADS/PNVS). The M-TADS is the laser designator that allows the targeting of the AGM-114 Hellfire missiles, while the PNVS assists with safe flight in day, night, and adverse weather missions. The contract was for the delivery of 14 Modernized Day Sensor Assembly (M-DSA) laser designator kits. The M-DSA increases the reliability of the laser designator and also increases the precision of the system. Additionally, Lockheed Martin's Apache sustainment team was to provide performance-based logistics support to the JGSDF under a separate three-year contract. Japan was the first Apache operator to receive the M-DSA upgrade.
-As of 2017, the JGSDF operated one squadron of ten AH-64DJP helicopters, with the other three acting as training helicopters. One AH-64DJP was destroyed in a crash in February 2018, resulting in the deaths of both crew members; this left a total of 12 AH-64DJP helicopters.
+The JGSDF operated one squadron of ten AH-64DJP helicopters, with the other three acting as training helicopters. One AH-64DJP was destroyed in a crash in February 2018, resulting in the deaths of both crew members; this left a total of 12 AH-64DJP helicopters.
-Late 2022 the Japanese Ministry of Defence in its plans of "Elimination of obsolete equipment" has decided to largely replace its fleet of attack and observation helicopters with drone craft and loitering munitions. Part of this list includes the AH-64D. Officially resulting in its end of service by 2027.
+In late 2022, the Japanese Ministry of Defence in its plans of "Elimination of obsolete equipment" decided to largely replace its fleet of attack and observation helicopters with drone craft and loitering munitions. Part of this list includes the AH-64D. Officially resulting in its end of service by 2027.
 == Media ==

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 {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
 {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
 * Without load
 * 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles
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 * '''AIM-92 Stinger''' - AIM-92 Stingers and Infrared Counter Measures.
-When unlocked, countermeasures are not installed - this requires the Flares/Chaff module (tier I) to be researched and installed, this provides up to 30 countermeasures. The last module called AIM-92 (tier III) allows for the installation of a maximum of four AIM-92 Stinger missiles, which two are mounted on each wing tip, 30 countermeasures & IRCM module.
+When unlocked, countermeasures are not installed - this requires the Flares/Chaff module (tier I) to be researched and installed, this provides up to 30 countermeasures. The last module called AIM-92 (tier III) allows for the installation of a maximum of four AIM-92 Stinger missiles, which two are mounted on each wing tip, 30 countermeasures & IRCM module. Flares launch in a back left pattern, keep that in mind when flaring missiles or turning away from the combat area whilst pre-flaring.
 Important note: unlike the American and British brothers, the AH-64DJP lacks a MAW (missile approach warning) system. This means that the AH-64JDP player should keep an extra eye on SPAAs and incoming SAMs by himself, as without MAW missiles must be spotted and countermeasures deployed manually.
 == Usage in battles ==
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 *** Can launch and guide several ATGMs at the same time
 ** Flexible 30 mm cannon
-*** Has 51 mm pen tops in a mono-type belt
+*** Has 51 mm pen to penetrate roof-top armour and light vehicles in a mono-type belt
 * Anti-air capabilities:
 ** 4 AIM-92 Stinger AAMs
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 * Has only 30 flares
 * 30 mm cannon has high dispersion at longer range, making it inaccurate beyond 500 m
 == History ==
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 As of 2017, the JGSDF operated one squadron of ten AH-64DJP helicopters, with the other three acting as training helicopters. One AH-64DJP was destroyed in a crash in February 2018, resulting in the deaths of both crew members; this left a total of 12 AH-64DJP helicopters.
 == Media ==
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 * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=ah_64d_japan Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
 {{Skin-gallery |market|ugcitem_1000607|AH-64DJP JG-4557.png|Camo "AH-64DJP, Bicolor winter"}}
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 * [https://www.helis.com/database/model/AH-64DJP-Apache/ <nowiki>[Helis.com]</nowiki> Fuji AH-64DJP Apache]
 * [https://www.milavia.net/news/2006/first-ah-64djp-delivered-to-the-jgsdf.html <nowiki>[MILAVIA]</nowiki> First AH-64DJP Delivered to the JGSDF]
 {{AirManufacturer Fuji}}
 {{Japan helicopters}}

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 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
-* A choice between two presets:
+* 1 x 30 mm M230E-1 cannon, chin turret (1,200 rpg)
-** 1 x 30 mm M230E-1 cannon (1,200 rpg)
+* 30 x countermeasures
 === Suspended armament ===
 {{Specs-Heli-Suspended}}
 <!-- ''Describe the helicopter's suspended armament: additional cannons under the winglets, any bombs, and rockets. Since any helicopter is essentially only a platform for suspended weaponry, this section is significant and deserves your special attention. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' -->
-The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance presets:
+The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
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 | rowspan="4" width="20%" | <div class="ttx-image">[[File:Hardpoints_AH-64A_(Israel).png]]</div>
 |-
-! Hydra-70 M247 rockets
+! [[Hydra-70 M247]] rockets
 | || 19 || 19 || 19 || 19 ||
 |-
-! AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles
+! [[AGM-114K Hellfire II]] missiles
 | || 2, 4 || 2, 4 || 2, 4 || 2, 4 ||
 |-
-! ATAS (AIM-92) missiles
+! [[ATAS (AIM-92)]] missiles
-| 4 || || || || || 4
+| 2 || || || || || 2
 |-
 |}
 === Defensive systems ===

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 {{Specs-Heli-Flight}}
 <!-- ''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' -->
-The AH-64DJP sports a great manoeuvrability, an incredible acceleration and overall provides a great speed of up to 320 km/h in arcade and 295 km/h in realistic and simulator game modes. As fast as the [[AH-64D|United States Army, AH-64D Longbow]] and slower than the [[AH_Mk.1|British Army, AH Mk.1]] variants of the Apache, the AH-64DJP is still able to perform manoeuvres other helicopters can only dream about, from barrel rolls, flips to loops which allow it to evade enemy missiles with ease.
+The AH-64DJP sports great manoeuvrability, incredible acceleration, and overall provides great speed of up to 320 km/h in arcade and 295 km/h in realistic and simulator game modes. As fast as the [[AH-64D|United States Army, AH-64D Longbow]] and slower than the [[AH_Mk.1|British Army, AH Mk.1]] variants of the Apache, the AH-64DJP is still able to perform manoeuvres other helicopters can only dream about, from barrel rolls, flips to loops which allow it to evade enemy missiles with ease.
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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the helicopter, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the helicopter in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a license-built version of the [[AH-64D]] by Fuji Heavy Industries to improve the Japanese anti-tank helicopter capabilities, and a cost-efficient alternative over a domestic attack helicopter development program. With a promised future for 62 Japanese Apaches, the slow purchase and long-term purschase of 2 helicopters a year raised the price and was later cut down to a total of 12 AH-64DJPs. The remaining Japanese Apaches later recieved upgrade kits to serve them longer in service but with the MoD deciding in 2022 that the future isn't for helicopters, the AH-64D's together with the [[AH-1S]] and OH-1 will soon be replaced by unmanned drones instead.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a license-built version of the [[AH-64D]] by Fuji Heavy Industries to improve the Japanese anti-tank helicopter capabilities, and a cost-efficient alternative over a domestic attack helicopter development program. With a promised future for 62 Japanese Apaches, the slow and long-term purchase of 2 helicopters a year raised the price and the order was later cut down to a total of 12 AH-64DJPs. The remaining Japanese Apaches later received upgrade kits to serve them longer in service but with the MoD deciding in 2022 that the future isn't for helicopters, the AH-64D's together with the [[AH-1S]] and OH-1 will soon be replaced by unmanned drones instead.
 It was introduced in [[Update "Starfighters"]]. It is similar to the American version, but it does not have AMASE or APKWS missiles. The main advantage of the Apache is its AGM-114K Hellfire II, which can destroy tanks from a long distance. The best way to use the missiles is to scan the ground with radar and thermal vision and launch missiles every five seconds or more once targets are acquired. This way, it can hit multiple targets or make sure they are destroyed and compensate for the long flight time. The AH-64DJP is equipped with four ATAS missiles for self-defense, which can shoot down enemy aircraft. It also has a 30 mm cannon with a computerized system that can automatically track and lead targets in the air or on the ground, and fire at them with precision.