[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 519 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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119th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 519

  Recognizing the achievements and contributions of the AH-64 Apache 
attack helicopter to the national defense of the United States and its 
   allies and honoring the dedication, service, and sacrifice of the 
  United States Army aviators, maintainers, and support personnel who 
                    operate and sustain the Apache.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            December 1, 2025

 Mr. Kelly (for himself, Mr. Gallego, Ms. Duckworth, Mr. Ossoff, Mrs. 
   Britt, Mr. Tillis, and Mr. Hickenlooper) submitted the following 
   resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services

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                               RESOLUTION


 
  Recognizing the achievements and contributions of the AH-64 Apache 
attack helicopter to the national defense of the United States and its 
   allies and honoring the dedication, service, and sacrifice of the 
  United States Army aviators, maintainers, and support personnel who 
                    operate and sustain the Apache.

Whereas, on September 30, 1975, the Apache attack helicopter prototype YAH-64 
        took its first flight, marking a defining milestone in the history of 
        aviation and defense innovation;
Whereas the AH-64 Apache was designed as a twin-engine, tandem-seat, heavy 
        attack helicopter capable of providing close air support, deep strike, 
        and reconnaissance missions under adverse conditions;
Whereas, since its first flight, the AH-64 Apache has become the most advanced, 
        combat-proven attack helicopter in the world, amassing more than 
        5,200,000 total flight hours, including over 1,300,000 combat hours, in 
        defense of the United States and its allies;
Whereas the AH-64 Apache has undergone continuous modernization, from the AH-64A 
        through the AH-64E, incorporating digital avionics, advanced sensors, 
        and networked weapons systems to enhance survivability, lethality, and 
        interoperability;
Whereas production and sustainment of the AH-64 Apache have been carried out at 
        facilities across the United States, with final assembly in Arizona and 
        a supplier base across 46 States, reflecting decades of leadership of 
        the United States in aerospace design, engineering, and advanced 
        manufacturing;
Whereas the AH-64 Apache has played a decisive role in major combat operations, 
        including--

    (1) Operation Desert Storm (1991), where it conducted the opening 
strikes of the Gulf War;

    (2) Operation Allied Force (1999), during the conflict in Kosovo;

    (3) Operation Enduring Freedom (2001-2014), providing close air support 
and reconnaissance in Afghanistan;

    (4) Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003-2011), supporting ground operations 
and counterinsurgency missions; and

    (5) Operation Inherent Resolve (beginning in 2014 and ongoing as of the 
date of the introduction of this resolution), conducting precision strike 
operations against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria;

Whereas the AH-64 Apache attack helicopters operate from key United States Army 
        installations around the world, including the United States Army 
        Aviation Center of Excellence at Fort Rucker, Alabama, and 4 Army 
        National Guard battalions;
Whereas the AH-64 Apache also serves with 18 allied and partner nations, 
        strengthening global security and coalition interoperability and 
        continuing to prove the indispensable role of the AH-64 Apache on the 
        modern battlefield, including in counter-unmanned system efforts;
Whereas the AH-64 Apache continues to demonstrate versatility, resilience, and 
        decisive battlefield capability in combat operations around the world; 
        and
Whereas, on the 50th anniversary of the first flight of the AH-64 Apache, it is 
        fitting to recognize the extraordinary innovation, dedication, and 
        service that have defined the aircraft and the individuals who have 
        designed, built, and maintained it: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) recognizes the achievements and contributions of the 
        AH-64 Apache attack helicopter to the national defense of the 
        United States and its allies;
            (2) honors the dedication, service, and sacrifice of the 
        United States Army aviators, maintainers, and support personnel 
        who operate and sustain the AH-64 Apache;
            (3) acknowledges the enduring role of the AH-64 Apache in 
        ensuring that the United States maintains unmatched close air 
        support and precision strike capability; and
            (4) respectfully directs the Secretary of the Senate to 
        transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the United 
        States Army Aviation Center of Excellence at Fort Rucker, 
        Alabama.
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