Codenamed AH-64E, the Apache helicopters will be part of 125-Helicopter squadron, popularly called "Gladiators" of the IAF. Air Force chief BS Dhanoa said Apaches are being purchased to replace the aging Mi-35 fleet, which have been used by the IAF for over three decades. Apaches will enhance the capability of IAF in providing integrated combat aviation cover to Army strike corps.
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Apache helicopters inducted: IAF gets a new bird of prey
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September 03, 2019