Army Air Corps

Heli-abseil training

The Army Air Corps is the smallest of the three combat arms in the Army, but its fleet of helicopters makes it one of the most potent. Providing firepower from the skies, it has a unique role to play on the modern battlefield by delivering hard-hitting support to ground forces during the key stages of a battle.

News & Features

Capt Sam Marshall AAC flying the flag

British Services Antarctic Expedition 2012

On 5 Feb 12 Capt Sam Marshall flew the AAC flag from the summit of a mountain on the east side of McMorrin Glacier. Capt Marshall from 9 Regt AAC is a member the expedition's green group.

AAC Apache

Apache supports troops in Nahr-e Saraj

British and Afghan soldiers struck a decisive blow against insurgents in an operation to disrupt a Taliban stronghold in the heart of Helmand province, supported by the Apache helicopter.

AAC Lynx Mk9A over Afghanistan

Upgraded Army Lynx helicopter fleet complete

The last of 22 upgraded Lynx support helicopters, that can operate all year round in the hot and high conditions, has been handed over to the Army Air Corps three months ahead of schedule.