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The Kamov Ka-50 "Black Shark" (Russian: Чёрная акула, romanized: Chyornaya akula, English: kitefin shark), NATO reporting name Hokum A, is a Soviet/Russian single-seat attack helicopter with the distinctive coaxial rotor system of the Kamov design bureau.
The night attack variant helicopter retains most of the structural design of the original Mi-28. The main difference is the installation of an integrated electronic combat system. Other modifications include: new main gearbox for transmitting higher power to the rotor, new high-efficiency blades with swept-shaped tips, and an engine fuel ...
Russia lost over a dozen precious helicopters to Ukraine's U.S. ATACMS missiles. ... is the most advanced helicopter in use by either side in the war in Ukraine, alongside the rarer Mi-28 ‘Havoc ...
It is the most advanced export version and can be armed with various armaments. In addition to transporting troops, the helicopter can also be used to attack enemy positions. [99] [100] Mi-171SH-HV and Mi-171SH-VN are more advanced versions equipped with electro-optical FLIR system and armed with anti-tank guided missiles. [101] [102] [103]
ASRAAM should have just enough reach to engage Russian attack helicopters—most commonly, Ka-52s—that are using Vikhr and LMUR missiles (ranges 7-8 miles) to pick off Ukrainian armor at long ...
The helicopter was developed for ferrying and anti-submarine warfare. Design work began in 1969 and the first prototype flew in 1973. Design work began in 1969 and the first prototype flew in 1973. It was intended to replace the decade-old Kamov Ka-25 , and had to have identical or smaller external dimensions than its predecessor.
The Mil Mi-24 (Russian: Миль Ми-24; NATO reporting name: Hind) is a large helicopter gunship, attack helicopter and low-capacity troop transport with room for eight passengers. [1] It is produced by Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant and was introduced by the Soviet Air Force in 1972. The helicopter is currently in use by 58 countries.
Russia: Propeller: Attack/Reconnaissance: 2021: 3: 3 [86] Helicopter Kamov Ka-27 Soviet Union: Rotorcraft: Attack: 1982: 6: 6 [61] Kamov Ka-52 Russia: Rotorcraft: Attack: 2011: 137: 137: About 137 Ka-52 in service according to World Air Forces, 41 on order. [2] As of 28 May 2024 at least 48 have been lost and 12 damaged in the Russian Invasion ...