The AW249 is a beast of an attack helicopter. Looks like it rivals or surpasses the AH-64 size wise...

🇮🇹 Four years ago today, on 12 August 2022, the first AW249 prototype flew from Leonardo’s Vergiate facility.

Four years later, the Fenice has made its public flying debut, series production has begun and 19 aircraft are procured, with Italian Army service expected from 2028. 🚁 pic.twitter.com/tRm8moKYHY

— European Airshows (@EuroAirshow) August 12, 2026