Helicopter gunship

A helicopter gunship is a military helicopter armed for attacking targets on the ground, using automatic cannon and machinegun fire, rockets, and precision guided missiles such as the Hellfire. Many attack helicopter are also capable of carrying air to air missiles, though mostly for the purposes of self defense. The Attack Helicopter has two main roles: first, to provide direct and accurate close air support for ground troops, and second, to destroy enemy armor behind enemy lines.

Related Topics:
Helicopter - Gunship - Automatic cannon - Machinegun - Rocket - Missile - Hellfire - Air to air missile

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