Rotorcraft
First Apaches Arrive in India
The Indian Air Force is receiving an initial batch of eight AH-64E(I)s to form the first unit
The first AH-64E(I) was handed over to the Indian Air Force at Mesa on May 10. (photo: Indian Air Force)
The first AH-64E(I) was handed over to the Indian Air Force at Mesa on May 10. (photo: Indian Air Force)

On July 27 an Antonov An-124 heavylifter of Antonov Airlines arrived at Hindon Air Force Station from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport carrying the first four Boeing AH-64E(I) Apache Guardian attack helicopters for the Indian Air Force. A second batch of four is expected in early August. According to Boeing, the deliveries are being made ahead of schedule.