Following the acquittal of all members of the "Apache Socialite Group" last month, it is reported that the Army has begun the review process. The first non-socialite group may be allowed to visit the Army Aviation 601st Brigade in Longtan, Taoyuan, to pay homage to the Apache helicopters as early as mid-October.

Since the Apache incident, many members of the public have left comments on the Ministry of National Defense’s Facebook page expressing their strong desire to visit the Apache helicopters. It is recently rumored that the 601st Brigade may be opened to the public for visits, provided it does not interfere with missions. Visits will be conducted in group-only format, allowing tourists to perform Li She-rong-style salutes in the military camp — a major highlight of the "Apache sightseeing tours."

Currently, over 20 groups have reportedly applied to the Ministry of National Defense for visits. However, they will not be able to use the $18,000 Apache flight helmets like the socialite group, nor will they be allowed to sit in the pilot’s seat. Officials explained that these are high-value pieces of equipment and cannot be made available to the public. Visits are planned for Saturdays or Sundays, and the number of groups permitted per week is still under discussion.
 


Army Aviation 601st Brigade Apache Visit
Eligibility: Government agencies, schools, and groups composed of Republic of China nationals
Application: Submit a formal letter to the Ministry of National Defense or relevant units, subject to Army review
Group size: Limited to 80 people
 

 

Visit method: Group entry and exit only; no Facebook check-ins or photo uploads allowed in restricted areas

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