what parts fell off?what model did you fly?when?under what flag was it being flown and maintained.ive rode in a mi-24 e and and a older hip model(opfor ft. hood)in the early 90s the few piolts that flew them loved the power and speed.but regardless here are some stats straight outa janes.mil -24c hind perf. 199 mph,weight 16,534 lbs, has current world speed(without modification)228.9mph,full wepons load 183.9mph climb rate 2953ft min.,ceiling 12453ft .nickname flying tank,due to the titanium bathtub surrounding crew and extensive armour,"no other helicopter in the world combines wepons, sensors ,armour, and performance of this family of helicopter."i not gonna list the armaments its so extensive.oh and they carry 8 soliders.Ah-64 apache perf. 182mph,weight 11,015lbs ,climb 2500ft min ,ceiling 10,200ft. armaments are just as extensive.the soviet helos also hold world records for ceiling,climb ,largest built ,heaviest payloads longest radius.the most expensive goes to the u.s there landing gear is twice what is required.even civillian companys (world wide)use mi choppers for there heavy lift.im retired from the u.s army and love are equipment,but just because we dont make it does not mean its not good.and also if the army was replacing all of our choppers(not just a few for mission specific)i would also be mad,but there not,so hopefully these choppers can save some lives.