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    A full Apache attack helicopter battalion trains over Bavaria [Image 4 of 19]

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    A large formation of military helicopters, predominantly AH-64 Apache attack helicopters along with at least one larger CH-47 Chinook, are staged on a military airfield tarmac. The setting appears to be a European military base, identifiable by the architectural style of the hangars and surrounding buildings. The helicopters appear to be preparing for or returning from a mission or exercise.

    ANSBACH, BAYERN, GERMANY

    05.19.2020

    Photo by Sgt. Justin Ashaw 

    12th Combat Aviation Brigade

    "Apache's ready for takeoff in Katterbach Kaserne Airfield" On May 19, 1-3rd Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, 12th Combat Aviation Brigade conducted a battalion training flight of 18 AH-64 Apache attack helicopters. The training mission was an opportunity for 1-3 ARB to conduct a training mission with the full battalion under realistic conditions. The objective area was far enough away to necessitate detailed planning at the company and platoon level. This was a great first step on a progressive training plan to execute collective training. Chinooks from 1-214th Aviation Regiment were also present during the training flight in support of the Attack Battalion.(U.S. Army photos by Sgt Justin Ashaw)

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    Date Taken: 05.19.2020
    Date Posted: 05.21.2020 06:52
    Photo ID: 6215336
    VIRIN: 200519-A-HE629-034
    Resolution: 4041x1936
    Size: 4.26 MB
    Location: ANSBACH, BAYERN, DE
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