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US Army Awards Longbow $419.6M for Apache Radars

The US Army has awarded Longbow LLC a $419.6 million contract for the supply of fire control radars used on AH-64D and AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, plus post-production support services.

Contract Details

According to the US Department of War’s October 22, 2026 contract announcement, Longbow LLC of Orlando, Florida received $419,607,961. The contract covers AH-64D/E fire control radar systems and post-production support. Only one bid was solicited, and one was received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, and the estimated completion date is January 31, 2032.

AH-64 Apache attack helicopter in flight — An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter (file photo).

Why the Longbow Radar Matters

Longbow LLC is a joint venture of Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman. Its AN/APG-78 radar is the fire control radar mounted on a mast above the Apache’s main rotor, letting the helicopter scan, classify and cue its missiles at targets. For the US Army and dozens of Apache operators it is one of the system’s most critical components.

Apache orders have also been in the news elsewhere this month: see our report on Israel’s contract for 12 AH-64Es.

Originally reported by Envanter Medya.