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24/7 Wall St. Insights:
- The U.S. Army fields a wide array of aircraft that serve its operational needs
- The iconic AH-64 Apache, introduced in 1986, is the Army’s mainstay attack helicopter.
- The CH-47 Chinook is one of the most iconic helicopters due to its tandem-rotor design. These helicopters have been in service since the Vietnam War era
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The U.S. Army fields an impressive array of aircraft, designed for everything from troop transport to reconnaissance and combat support. These aircraft typically serve in support of the Army's ground forces, and generally act as the backbone of the Army’s operational and logistical capabilities. However, some aircraft make it into the fray and support troops on the frontline. (These are 40 gunship helicopters of the modern age. )
24/7 Wall St. is taking a closer look at the Army's arsenal of aircraft. To identify every aircraft in the U.S. Army, 24/7 Wall St. reviewed the 2024 World Air Forces report from FlightGlobal, an aviation and aerospace industry publication. We ordered these aircraft alphabetically. We also included supplemental data on the type of aircraft, how many are in active service, armament, top speed, and year introduced.
The iconic AH-64 Apache, introduced in 1986, is the Army’s mainstay attack helicopter. Its firepower and versatility make it ideal for taking out enemy armor and supporting troops on the ground.
In terms of transport, the CH-47 Chinook is one of the most iconic helicopters due to its tandem-rotor design. These helicopters have been in service since the Vietnam War era and have found a distinct place in the U.S. Armed Forces. The Army’s lighter utility helicopters include the UH-72 Lakota and the Bell 407, to name a couple. ( The helicopter war: a look at the helicopters that defined the Vietnam War. )
There are many more aircraft at the disposal of the U.S. Army whether fixed-wing or rotary.
Here is a closer look at the U.S. Army aircraft currently in service: Why Are We Covering This?
Understanding the aircraft used by the U.S. Army provides insight into joint military capabilities and defense strategies. Also knowing what the U.S. has in its arsenal further explains its military capabilities. This further gives context to the tactical flexibility and logistical reach the Army brings in its operations. Lastly, the composition and technological level of the aircraft fleet highlight the Army's ability of maintaining dominance and its rapid response capabilities, both of these are key factors in its strategic defense planning.
AH-64 Apache 
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