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English: Video frames taken from the cockpit of a russian Ka-52 flying over the Antonov Airport in Hostomel (Kyiv) on 24-Feb-2022, as part of the russian invasion of Ukraine. The Ka-52 was providing defence support for several Mi-8 helicopters transporting airborne troops.
The Ka-52 "can carry up to 12 units, allowing it to attack targets from 5 to 11 kilometres." [107] [108] Ukrainian forces have shot down a Ka-52 attack helicopter using a Swedish-made RBS-70 man-portable anti-air missile in the Kursk region. [109] As of 7 September 2024, 61 Ka-52s have been destroyed during the conflict. [110]
Five Mikoyan MiG-29s of the Ukrainian 40th Tactical Aviation Brigade also intercepted the formation, reportedly shooting down at least two more helicopters and harassing the Russian aircraft intended to support the landing. [3] Overall, two helicopters were confirmed to have been shot down, [28] including one Ka-52 whose two pilots ejected.
The problem for Ukraine’s forces is that new Ka-52Ms—valued at $15 million in 2021—are in production. Russia likely received 15 Ka-52Ms per year in 2022 and 2023. Russia likely received 15 ...
Russian scouts from the 70th and 291st motor rifle regiments spotted the Ukrainian armored column and called in Ka 52 attack helicopters. [12] The Ukrainian tank column came under anti-tank missile and small arms fire while attempting to cross a minefield outside of the village. [13] [14] Trapped under fire and taking losses, the column retreated.
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