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Aerial Warfare

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militarydefense1 year ago•2 min saved

"Ukraine's Aerial Success: Impact on Russian Fighter Pilots"

Ukraine's recent success in downing 10 Russian planes in 10 days has led to a noticeable shift in Russian tactics, with their A-50 planes avoiding the airspace over the Sea of Azov. Ukrainian Air Force spokesman Yurii Ihnat highlighted the increased threat of Ukrainian air defenses, suggesting potential weaknesses in Russian avionics systems. The spike in Russian losses could be linked to compromised avionics systems following the capture of key electronic defense components by Ukrainian forces about 18 months ago.

via Yahoo News|

#aerial-warfare #air-force #avionics-systems

international-conflict1 year ago•4 min saved

"Escalating Losses: Russia's Aerial Operations in Ukraine"

The Ukrainian air force claims to have shot down 10 Russian warplanes in 10 days, including Su-34s, Su-35s, and an A-50 radar plane, outpacing Russia's ability to replace them. The surge in Russian attack sorties presents more targets for Ukrainian air-defenders, who may be using American-made Patriot and NASAMS missiles to achieve these shoot-downs. The article also discusses the potential impact of U.S. aid to Ukraine and the dynamics of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

via Forbes|

#aerial-warfare #air-defense #international-conflict

military2 years ago•5 min saved

"Ukrainian MiG-29 Destroys Russian Drone in Jaw-Dropping Cockpit Footage"

The Ukrainian Air Force has released a cockpit video showing a MiG-29 fighter successfully shooting down a Russian Orlan drone. The video, posted on YouTube, provides a glimpse of the MiG-29's head-up display (HUD) and shows the speed and altitude of the aircraft during the engagement. The video suggests the use of a radar-homing R-27 series air-to-air missile. The Orlan drone, primarily used for artillery spotting, has been adapted to carry electronic warfare payloads. The engagement highlights the challenges of targeting small drones and the need for improved capabilities, such as the F-16 fighters that Ukraine is set to receive.

via The War Zone|

#aerial-warfare #air-to-air-engagement #mig-29