View Full Version : AH-47 Concept Prototype Fielded For Trial
SASless
8th Aug 2013, 18:21
With the cut in the US Army's budget lately.....The Army has resorted to testing new concepts for Aerial gunnery support mission.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/1085221_10200671272887762_392028246_o.jpg
turboshaft
8th Aug 2013, 18:41
Nah, just up-gun the KW...
http://sjdrimages.com/Mb/UserUploads/n63Um88LKg4i8.jpg
(Or just add a 'C')
http://n2.9cloud.us/2/vnybm_1095200805.640x0.jpg
The Sultan
9th Aug 2013, 02:16
TS
Some may not know, but the 58 shown was developed as part of the Iran hostage rescue. 130 would deliver it and the 20mm would take care of interference. A satchel charge would leave nothing left as the strike force flew out with the rescued.
Too bad the 53's screwed the whole operation.
The Sultan
turboshaft
9th Aug 2013, 03:28
I did not know that. Thanks for filling in the backstory. Talking of interference, the vibrations in the cockpit must have been something to behold.