Do Apaches really break down all the time?
In the flying community, every aircraft has its positives, and each has its nicknames and jabs. For the Apache, most jokes are about maintenance. As with most jokes, there is an element of truth, and with the Apache being one of the most complex pieces of electronic equipment in the Army, there are a huge number of things that can go wrong. One little black box gives an error message, and you’re grounded until it can be resolved. That being said, Apaches fly thousands of hours a year, accomplishing successful hundreds of missions a month.
