India Set To Receive First Consignment Of Apache Helicopters From US By Next Week: Reports

Last Updated:July 16, 2025, 11:51 IST

A first batch of advanced Apache attack helicopters is expected to arrive from the US by July 21, boosting the Army Aviation Corps' strike and reconnaissance power.

An Apache Guardian helicopter (Photo: PTI)

India is slated to receive the first consignment of modern Apache attack helicopters from the United States as soon as next week, The New Indian Express reported.

The development would serve as a big boost to the offensive capability and reconnaissance operations of the Indian Army’s Aviation Corps (AAC).

The report quoted sources and suggested the helicopters are expected to arrive by next Monday (July 21).

Meanwhile, NDTV, in a report, quoted sources associated with defence and security establishments and claimed the helicopters will be deployed on the Pakistan border.

Earlier this month, sources had confirmed to CNN-News18 that the first batch of three out of the six Apache helicopters was likely to be delivered to the Indian Army before the end of July.

Officials had also expressed hope that the remaining three units of the Boeing AH‑64E Apache helicopters will arrive in India in the next few months, before the end of 2025.

Vani Mehrotra

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

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