Thailand to acquire Boeing AH-6 Attack Helicopters for $104 Million

The US Department of Defense has announced that Thailand is purchasing an undisclosed number of AH-6 light attack and reconnaissance helicopters as part of a $103.8 million contract.

Developed by Boeing, the AH-6 reportedly possesses “superior” performance and is equipped with “flexible” equipment ideal for precision attacks, close combat, security and escort, troop insertion and extraction, and combat search and rescue operations.

The aircraft includes a state-of-the-art mission computer that can process large amounts of data, quickly sharing information with other systems. It is designed to ensure the safety of soldiers on board, improve decision-making, enhance situational awareness, and reduce pilot workload.

The single-engine AH-6 has a cruising speed of 126 knots (233 kilometers per hour) and a maximum range of 179 nautical miles (331 kilometers). According to Boeing, the aircraft’s maximum flight time is 2.1 hours.

Work for the contract will take place at Boeing’s facility in Arizona and is expected to be complete by May 2025.