AH-64 Apache

AH-64 Apache Height 4.64 meters Length 17.7 meters Targets Destoroyah, Godzilla Piloted by Multiple (JGSDF and United States Army) First appearance Latest appearance Godzilla vs. Destoroyah Shin Godzilla

The Boeing AH-64 Apache is an American attack helicopter, often considered the successor to the AH-1 Cobra. A very popular attack helicopter in the United States, it has also become the main gunship aircraft for many other countries, including Japan. The AH-64 has been featured in numerous Godzilla films, starting with the 1995 film Godzilla vs. Destoroyah.

History

Heisei era

Godzilla vs. Destoroyah

Following Dr. Ijuin's discovery that the Destoroyahs could be killed using cold temperatures, the JSDF deployed CLT-95 Maser Cannons and Type 90 Tanks armed with ultra-low temperature lasers and cadmium shells to engage the creatures. Alongside these units, multiple AH-64 Apaches were deployed and laid down supporting fire on the creatures by bombarding the battlefield with rockets. The Apaches pulled back when it appeared the creatures were all dead, but the JSDF soon learned otherwise. The creatures had all merged together into a single gigantic aggregate form.

GODZILLA (1998)

A pair of AH-64 Apaches in GODZILLA (1998)

As Godzilla fled the military in Manhattan, three AH-64 Apaches were ordered to follow and destroy the monster. Godzilla roared as it tried escaping the helicopters, who were following closely behind. When Godzilla jumped atop a tall building, one of the helicopters fired its heat-seeking missiles, which failed to lock onto the monster and hit the Chrysler Building instead, destroying its spire. The pilots continued to follow Godzilla to a ruined building, where they assumed that it was hiding. They fired the Apaches' guns and missiles, as the roar of the monster seemed to come from the explosions. Unexpectedly, Godzilla appeared behind them and immediately destroyed two helicopters with its claws. Godzilla then started to chase the last helicopter through the city streets. When Godzilla seemed to have disappeared, and the last pilot thought that he had outrun it, the monster swiftly rose from below and crushed the last helicopter with a single bite.

Godzilla: The Series

The Apache is also a recurring military vehicle in Godzilla: The Series, alongside the F/A-18 Hornet, the HMMWV and the M1 Abrams.

Monsterverse

Godzilla (2014)

As an attempt to defend the city of San Francisco from the approaching pair of MUTOs, numerous AH-64s were deployed alongside various other helicopters and fighter jets.

Reiwa era

Shin Godzilla

A JASDF-operated AH-64 engaging Godzilla in Shin Godzilla

When Godzilla came ashore south of Tokyo in his gigantic final form, the JGSDF deployed numerous AH-64s along with JSDF ground units to attack the beast. All of their weapons proved useless against Godzilla and failed to halt his approach to Tokyo. Finally, the Prime Minister gave the order for JSDF forces to retreat, as the Americans deployed three B-2 Spirit stealth bombers to deal with Godzilla instead.

Video games

• Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee (2002) - Nintendo GameCube and Microsoft Xbox
• Godzilla Battle Line (2021) - Android, iOS, and PC
• SD Shin Kamen Rider Rumble (2023) - PC and Nintendo Switch

Godzilla Battle Line

Air Base in Godzilla Battle Line

• Stars: ★★
• Energy cost: 4
• Attack speed: 1.1 seconds
• Target: Leader/Ground/Aerial/Facility
• Movement speed: 14
• Search range: 75
• Reach: 65

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On Placement Facilities' HP decreases over time. It can last up to 61 seconds on the battlefield, but will be destroyed faster if attacked by enemy units. It launches 1 AH-64D helicopter at its level every 6 seconds. A support facility that deploys AH-64D helicopters. It has a relatively low HP and short attack range, making strategic placement vital. Consider supporting it with healing effects, or using it alongside group units for a numerical advantage, among other tactics.

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Weapons

Flight

AH-64 Apaches are capable of flight at 293 kilometers per hour.

Chaingun

AH-64 Apaches are armed with a M230 30mm Chain Gun with 1,200 rounds.

Rockets

AH-64 Apaches are armed with Hydra 70 unguided rockets which can be converted into guided rockets with the APKWS (Advance Precision Kill Weapon System) laser guidance kit or CRV7 70mm air-to-ground rockets.

Missiles

AH-64 Apaches are armed with AGM-114 Hellfire anti-tank missiles or AGM-122 Sidearm anti-radar missiles. AH-64 Apaches are also armed with AIM-92 Stinger air-to-air missiles on wingtip stations.

Gallery

Godzilla vs. Destoroyah

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  A fleet of AH-64s in Godzilla vs. Destoroyah

Godzilla: The Series

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  The Apache in the Godzilla: The Series episode, New Family: Part 1

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  The AH-64 Apaches attacking Godzilla

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  An AH-64 Apache flies over Nick and Randy

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  Major Hicks' AH-64 Apache landing in the Godzilla: The Series episode, New Family: Part 2

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  Apaches pursuing Godzilla, these helicopters become recurring military vehicles in the series alongside the HMMWV, the M1 Abrams and the F-18 Hornet

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