Why did the Comanche fail?

Bugs in the software meant to manage the helicopter’s operation proved difficult–and expensive–to root out, the 3-barrel cannon wasn’t as accurate as intended, the target detection system failed to meet expectations, and efforts to both reduce weight and pull more power of the Comanche’s intended T800 turboshaft …

Where is the Comanche helicopter?

The Boeing-Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche — one of only two of the helicopters that were built and flew — on display at the Aviation museum had been in storage but it can now be viewed by the public, according to Bob Mitchell, U.S. Army Aviation Museum curator.

What’s the most advanced helicopter in the world?

Here are some of the most powerful attack helicopters in service in the world today.

• 8 AH-64 Apache – America.
• 7 CAIC Z-10 – China.
• 6 Eurocopter Tiger – Europe.
• 5 Mil Mi-28 (Havoc) – Russia.
• 4 Kamov Ka-50 (Black Shark) – Russia.
• 3 Harbin Z-19 – China.
• 2 Denel Rooivalk – South Africa.
• 1 Mil Mi-24 – Soviet Union.

Is there a stealth helicopter?

The stealth helicopter also managed engine exhaust by funneling it through its shrouded tail section, reducing its infrared (or heat) signature to further limit detection. Its specially designed rotor blades were canted downward to reduce the amount of noise the helicopter made in flight.

How much does a Comanche helicopter cost?

The current fly-away cost for the Comanche is $15 million per aircraft, comparable to the AH 64 Apache attack helicopter. Comanche’s real cost savings are in operation and support costs. Comanche will cost roughly $1,650 per flight hour to operate, whereas current attack helicopters cost nearly twice that amount.

Is LCH a stealth?

The LCH is a twin-engine, 5.8-ton class helicopter featuring narrow fuselage and tandem configuration for pilot and co-pilot/Weapon System Operator (WSO). It incorporates a number of stealth features such as reduced radar and infra-red signatures and crashworthy landing gear for better survivability.

Does the military still use Apache helicopters?

The helicopter was introduced to U.S. Army service in April 1986. The advanced AH-64D Apache Longbow was delivered to the Army in March 1997. Production has been continued by Boeing Defense, Space & Security, with over 2,400 AH-64s being produced by 2020. The U.S. Army is the primary operator of the AH-64.

What is the Comanche RAH-66?

The Comanche RAH-66 reconnaissance and attack helicopter was being developed by Boeing and Sikorsky for the US Army.

What was the original purpose of the RAH 66?

RAH-66 prototype in 1997. The Comanche was intended to be an advanced armed reconnaissance and attack helicopter. The Comanche was specifically tailored to the role of armed scout to replace the U.S. Army’s OH-58D Kiowa Warrior, which is an upgraded version of a Vietnam War -era observation helicopter.

Where can I find media related to the Boeing–Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche?

Wikimedia Commons has media related to Boeing–Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche. RAH-66 Comanche EMD Forges Ahead. Aviation Week, June 2001. news/08253news.xml&headline=Comanche%20Weight%20Control%20Gets%20Special%20Attention Comanche Weight Control Gets Special Attention.

What happened to the RAH-66?

First deliveries were scheduled for 2006, with the Comanche program reaching full production by about 2010. Plans were to manufacture 1,213 RAH-66s for U.S. Army service. The Army canceled the program in February 2004 as a part of a reorganization of Army Aviation.