Hello,
First off, I just want to let everybody know that I'm not trying to be an A-Hole.. I love DCS, aviation, (Especially Russian aircraft) and realize most of the stuff in the forums is harmless curiosity - Been there. A lot of countries, (Our allies) fly the 64 and are currently using them in active combat operations.
Hey American pilots and crew-chiefs.....Don't forget this is an international forum, hosted by the RUSSIANS! Not saying we need to worry about the Russians, (Because they're our friend's and already know all of this stuff) but Jihadis can, and do hop on this forum also.
Questions about aircrew tactics, spool-up time, (How long from cold start til on station) QRF, etc, based questions shouldn't be shared on an INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC FORUM. It generally doesn't take long to start a helicopter, unless it's Russian ;)
The AH-64D's and E's still have a lot of sensitive info, which isn't exactly a secret, but an adversary who has intricate knowledge of an enemy weapon system can develop tactics to bring that weapon system down. If MANPADS aren't available, but small arms / crew served weapons are, these guys could develop tactics to successfully employ these smaller / bigger caliber weapon systems and will have specific areas of the aircraft to shoot at. I know that sounds overkill, it's just an example of why some info shouldn't be shared openly on an international public forum. Let these people do their own homework in regards to their specific questions pertaining to the AH-64.
Like I said, the Russians already know most of the important stuff about the 64, but stop volunteering avionics, targeting info, tactics, etc.. All you 64 drivers and crew-chiefs posting info, F'ing know better!
That is all.... Not trying to be a dick... Start-up procures isn't anything special... Just be mindful of what kind of UNCLASSIFIED information you are posting on this international forum, along with aircrew operations.
Thanks for your time and DCS rocks!