To counter heat-seeking weapons, the heat from the Apache's engines is deflected and absorbed to reduce the infrared signature of the aircraft.
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The U.S. Army Top Fuel Team keeps their dragster rocketing down the track at NHRA events around the country. An Army pilot maneuvers the AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter at speeds up to 225 mph on training and combat missions. Before every take-off, an entire team of Mechanics and Repairers makes sure the mechanical, computer and weapons systems of the aircraft are operating flawlessly.
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TOP FUEL DRAGSTER |
AH-64D APACHE LONGBOW |
| Horsepower |
7,000 hp |
Twin 1,690 hp turboshafts |
| Top speed |
320 mph |
226 mph |
| Acceleration |
0-100 mph in .8 sec |
1,500 vertical feet per minute |
| Length |
25 ft |
58 ft |
| Range |
1,000 ft. |
300 miles |
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