The Bell AH-1Z Viper is an attack helicopter derived from the earlier Bell AH-1 SuperCobra. When contrasted against its predecessor, it incorporates various improvements and advances, including new rotor technology, upgraded military avionics, updated weapons systems, and electro-optical sensors in an integrated weapons platform.

The Target Sight System (TSS) is the multi-sensor electro-optical/infrared fire control system for the U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z attack helicopter. TSS’ advanced sensors provide pilots with enhanced capabilities to acquire, track and designate targets at maximum weapon range, significantly enhancing platform survivability

Based on the Vietnam War-era AH-1 Cobra, the AH-1Z Viper is the Marine Corps’ primary rotor-wing ground attack aircraft. The AH-1Z attack helicopter provides rotary wing close air support,...

May 16, 2024 · More than an evolutionary upgrade, the Viper is a re-designed dedicated attack helicopter for modern threats. Bell designed the Viper to counter both air-to-air and air-to-ground targets while simultaneously operating in the world's most austere environments.

Aug 7, 2024 · The Bell AH-1Z Viper is a twin-engine attack helicopter based on the AH-1W SuperCobra, that was developed for the United States Marine Corps. The bell AH-1Z is multi-mission attack helicopter. The powerful AH-1Z delivers state of the art dynamics, weapons and avionics to incorporate the latest in survivability.

First modern attack helicopter with true precision attack capability. First Air-to-Air capability with AIM-9 missiles. Backbone of the U.S. Marine Corps attack helicopter fleet.

The major difference between the USMC version of AH-1Z and the Turkish version KingCobra is the Targeting and Fire Control System. Bell Helicopter Textron has chosen Lockheed Martin to develop and build a new targeting system, the Target Sight System (TSS). The TSS will contain Lockheed Martin's 3-5um midwave staring array FLIR.

Infrared (FLIR) which provides automatic target tracking with a laser designator / rangefinder and video recorder. Lockheed Martin is developing a longer range Target Sight System (TSS) for the AH-1Z to replace the NTS. TSS includes a third-generation four field-of-view FLIR based on a 3-5 micron staring array,

Dec 20, 2010 · Bell's AH-1Z Viper is entering production as a substantially new aircraft, with increased aerodynamic performance and vastly more sophisticated avionics ...

Mar 22, 2024 · This set includes the FLIR, TV and LDT windows for the TSS turret of the Kittyhawk AH-1Z. The window configuration is incorrect. Simply assemble turret, sand smooth and paint 36375. Once dry, apply vinyl pieces as shown in the instructions to replicate the windows more accurately.