Very interesting read on Helicopter survivability

[astrospud]

http://www.ausairpower.net/DT-Helo-Survivability-June-2009.pdf

 

Probably details points well known to readers here, but gives a summary of past and current threats to helo's in modern theatre ops.

 

Not that we BS simmers need reminding of that!:D

 

EDIT:

 

Further to that:

 

http://www.ausairpower.net/TE-Helo-Mar-05-P.pdf

Edited December 21, 2009 by astrospud

[Frederf]

Heh, in summary: Most of our helicopters are being hurt by sticks and stones due to flying so low to avoid costly, sophisticated MANPADs the enemy doesn't have. The answer, clearly we need to worry about incredible high-tech weapons like the SA-22.