All articles tagged with #spy plane
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
U.S. fighter jets have been scrambled multiple times this week to track Russian reconnaissance planes near Alaska within the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone, a routine activity that does not threaten U.S. or Canadian sovereignty, amid increasing Russian military activity in the Arctic region.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
U.S. fighter jets intercepted a Russian spy plane near Alaska multiple times in recent days, with the aircraft remaining in international airspace and not entering U.S. or Canadian sovereign territory. This follows a pattern of Russian military activity in the Arctic and the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone, prompting regular U.S. military responses. The activity is considered routine surveillance rather than a threat.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
A Ukrainian drone attack reportedly targeted a Russian aircraft facility in Taganrog, where an A-50 spy plane, previously damaged in a drone attack claimed by Kyiv, was being repaired. The strike has not been independently confirmed, and the Russian Defense Ministry has been contacted for comment. The Ukrainian Air Force had previously downed a Russian A-50U aircraft near the Sea of Azov, and last week, British defense officials suggested that Russia had likely grounded its A-50, impacting its air capabilities. Russia has also reportedly lost several fighter planes in recent weeks, including Su-35s and Su-34s.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo News
Russian forces have reportedly accidentally shot down their own spy plane, the Beriev A-50, over occupied Ukraine, with pro-Kremlin military bloggers claiming it was hit by a missile fired from Mariupol. This is the second A-50 spy plane that Russia has lost in just over a month. The incident has sparked conflicting claims from Ukrainian and Russian sources, with the Russian ministry of defence yet to comment. The A-50 planes are crucial for providing military commanders with battlefield visibility, and the incident highlights the role of military bloggers in leaking sensitive information and criticizing Russian military operations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Ukraine claims to have downed a Russian A-50 military spy plane for the second time in just over a month, with the latest incident occurring between Rostov-on-Don and Krasnodar. The downing coincides with a key Russian military holiday, and video footage suggests the plane was shot down in the air. Russia has not commented on the claim, and there are suggestions that the plane may have been brought down by friendly fire. The A-50 aircraft is a long-range radar detection aircraft used to detect air defenses and coordinate targets for Russian jets.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Business Insider
Ukraine claims to have shot down a Russian A-50 radar early-warning plane, prompting British intelligence to suggest that Russia is concerned about losing another valuable aircraft. The UK's Ministry of Defense believes that Russia's recent deployment of an A-50 over its own territory indicates a reduced risk appetite for the airframes and an attempt to preserve remaining assets. The destruction of one of Russia's limited A-50 aircraft is seen as a significant loss for Moscow, impacting Russian air operations on the southern front. This development gives Ukraine an advantage in protecting its frontline and cities close to the Russian border.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Ukraine claims to have destroyed a Russian spy plane and an air control center over the Sea of Azov, with the Ukrainian Air Force calling the operation successful. The incident, which has not been confirmed by Moscow, occurred in the region separating Ukraine and Russia, north of Crimea. The A-50 long-range radar detection aircraft targeted by Ukraine is a priority for them, and the destruction of this aircraft was previously considered an impossible task. The Sea of Azov has been a point of tension between the two countries, with Russia increasing sorties of spy planes due to the threat of Ukrainian strikes against Russian military infrastructure in Crimea.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Ukraine's military claims to have shot down a Russian A-50 spy plane and an Il-22 control center aircraft over the Sea of Azov, dealing a potential blow to Moscow's air power. The A-50 is a key command, control, and surveillance platform for the Russian air force, providing long-range early warning and target information. If confirmed, the loss of these aircraft would be operationally significant and embarrassing for Russia, with analysts noting the limited number of such planes and trained mission crews. The reported incident comes amid ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with Ukraine facing challenges including shortages of ammunition, low troop morale, and attacks on its infrastructure.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
North Korea's Kim Yo-jong, sister of leader Kim Jong-un, has claimed that Pyongyang's warplanes repelled a US spy plane flying over nearby waters, warning of "shocking" consequences if the US continues reconnaissance there. The US and South Korea dismissed the accusations, urging North Korea to refrain from actions that raise tensions. North Korea has previously made similar threats, but this statement comes after a period of heightened animosity following North Korea's missile tests. The US denied the accusations, stating that it remains committed to flying within international law, while South Korea confirmed that the US was conducting standard reconnaissance activities in coordination with its military.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, claimed that North Korean warplanes repelled a U.S. spy plane that flew over its exclusive economic zone. She warned of "shocking" consequences if the U.S. continues reconnaissance activities in the area. The U.S. and South Korean militaries have not responded to the allegations. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have been escalating as North Korea conducts weapon tests and the U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises continue.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, claimed that North Korean warplanes repelled a U.S. spy plane that flew over its exclusive economic zone, warning of "shocking" consequences if the U.S. continues reconnaissance activities in the area. The U.S. and South Korean militaries have not responded to the allegations. North Korea's Defense Ministry accused the U.S. of flying spy planes into its airspace, while South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff denied the claim, stating that the U.S. was conducting standard reconnaissance activities in coordination with South Korea. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have been heightened as North Korea continues to test-fire missiles and expand its nuclear arsenal.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill
China has called on the US to stop its "dangerous acts of provocation" after a Chinese fighter jet intercepted an American spy plane over the South China Sea last week. The US accused the Chinese fighter pilot of conducting an "unnecessarily aggressive maneuver." The incident comes after China rejected a US request for a meeting between the defense chiefs from both nations. Both China and the US have seen relations plummet amid growing concerns that Beijing will invade Taiwan to reunify it with the Chinese mainland.