The Navy's newest attack helicopter, the AH-1Z Cobra, successfully completed its operational evaluation, a major step on the way toward initial operational capability and full-rate production, Naval Air Systems Command announced today. The Navy's Commander Operational Test and Evaluation Force officially notified NAVAIR's H-1 upgrades program office on Sept. 24 that the helicopters were found to be “operationally effective and suitable,” and have been recommended for introduction into the fleet, according to the statement. “A total of 189 new and...
