Indian Army Gets Final 'Flying Tank' Apache Batch from US; Boosts Western Border Power

• Indian Army received the final batch of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from the US on Tuesday.
• This completes the fleet of six 'Flying Tanks' for the 451 Army Aviation Squadron based in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
• Apaches are formidable multi-role combat helicopters equipped with Hellfire missiles, 70 mm rockets, and a 30 mm chain gun.
• They feature advanced sensors, night-fighting capability, networked warfare, and real-time drone control.
• The $600 million deal saw delays of 15 months due to US supply chain and technical issues.

Why It Matters: Indian Army's Apache 'Flying Tank' fleet is now complete, significantly boosting its combat capabilities.