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Recent news highlights significant helicopter events. A Black Hawk helicopter, funded by Czech volunteers, has arrived in Ukraine. This support marks a critical addition to Ukrainian forces. Additionally, a Russian Mi-8 helicopter has mysteriously disappeared in the Russian Far East, raising concerns. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) executed a successful drone attack destroying enemy helicopters at the Kirovske military airfield in Crimea. Moreover, videos showcase Ukrainian helicopter pilots in combat, demonstrating tactical proficiency. These events reflect the dynamic geopolitical landscape involving helicopter use in military operations.

What are the recent developments with helicopters in Ukraine?

Recent developments include the arrival of a Black Hawk helicopter funded by Czech volunteers to bolster Ukraine's military capabilities. Ukrainian forces continue to effectively use helicopters in combat operations, showcased by recent videos released of their pilots in action.

Has there been any reported loss or disappearance of helicopters recently?

Yes, a Russian Mi-8 helicopter has gone missing in the Russian Far East. This incident has added to the series of helicopter-related news, involving losses on both Russian and Ukrainian sides through various military engagements.

How has the Security Service of Ukraine utilized drones in recent attacks?

The Security Service of Ukraine has utilized drones to conduct attacks on enemy airfields. Notably, they attacked the Kirovske military airfield in Crimea, leading to the destruction of the enemy's Pantsyr-S1 system and three helicopters, showcasing their strategic effectiveness using drone technology.

What impact has the Czech Republic made regarding helicopters for Ukraine?

The Czech Republic has made a significant impact by funding and delivering a Black Hawk helicopter to Ukraine. This contribution enhances the capability of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, demonstrating international support in their ongoing efforts against opposing forces.

Can you describe the combat operations involving Ukrainian helicopter pilots?

Ukrainian helicopter pilots have been actively involved in combat operations, as seen in various released videos. They have executed attacks using unguided missiles, conducted tactical maneuvers, and deployed decoy flares, underscoring their skill and strategic importance in the conflict.

What is the significance of the helicopter-related events in the geopolitics of Eastern Europe?

Helicopter-related events in Eastern Europe, such as strategic military deployments, attacks, and the disappearance of aircraft, reflect the tense geopolitical climate. These events signify the evolving military strategies and the use of advanced technology in regional conflicts, impacting both national security and international relations.

What role is international support playing in Ukraine's use of helicopters?

International support plays a crucial role in enhancing Ukraine's helicopter capabilities. This includes receiving advanced helicopters and funding from countries like the Czech Republic, and potential future deliveries from Germany, illustrating the global efforts to assist Ukraine in strengthening its defense forces.

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Ukrainian Mi-8 helicopter shoots down Russian-Iranian "Shahed" on Ukrainian territory Ukrainian Mi-8 crew destroyed Russian-Iranian "Shahed". VIDEO The crew of a Ukrainian Mi-8 helicopter has successfully destroyed a Russian-Iranian Shahed-136 kamikaze drone during a combat mission. 4 564 15 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds

Special forces of the Main Intelligence Directorate destroyed equipment at an airbase in the temporarily occupied Crimea Two Mi-8s and tugboat: DIU special forces attacked Russian military facilities in temporarily occupied Crimea. VIDEO The special unit of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine "Prymara" attacked the airbase of the occupation forces in the area of Hvardiiske, near Simferopol. According to Censor.NET, two Russian Mi-8 multipurpose helicopters were hit by drones as a result of the attack. The estimated cost of the destroyed equipment is $20-30 million. 5 259 10 Previously in trend: Strike on Russian airfield

Black Hawk helicopter from the Czechs Black Hawk helicopter, for which Czechs raised funds, arrived in Ukraine. PHOTO The Black Hawk UH-60 helicopter, which was funded by Czech volunteers, has been handed over to Ukraine. 12 917 41 Previously in trend: a helicopter from the Czechia for the AFU

combat work of Ukrainian Armed Forces pilots Ukrainian helicopter pilot attacks occupiers with unguided missiles and fires off decoy flares. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a fragment of the combat work of a Ukrainian helicopter pilot. 5 669 13 Previously in trend: AFU aviation

Mi-8 helicopter disappears in Russia with 5 people on board Russian Mi-8 helicopter goes missing in Russian Far East An Mi-8 helicopter has disappeared in the Russian Far East. 2 776 24 Previously in trend: Military helicopter crashes in Russia

Kirovske SSU attacks Kirovske military airfield in Crimea with drones: enemy Pantsyr-S1 and three helicopters destroyed The Security Service of Ukraine has dealt another painful blow to the occupiers. This time, on the night of June 27-28, drones of the Ukrainian special service attacked the Kirovske military airfield in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 8 504 18 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Combat work of a helicopter pilot of the 11th Brigade Combat work of pilots of 11th separate brigade of "Kherson" army aviation. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing fragments of the combat work of the pilots of the 11th Separate Brigade of the "Kherson" Army Aviation. 5 100 7 Previously in trend: Development of Armed Forces Aviation

A Russian Mi-8 helicopter was destroyed in Bryansk on the night of 6 June. Mi-8 helicopter was destroyed and Mi-35 helicopter was damaged in drone attack in Bryansk - Russian media. PHOTO On the night of 6 June, as a result of a Ukrainian drone attack on the Bryansk airport in the village of Oktyabrskoye, Bryansk region, Russia, a Russian Mi-8 combat helicopter was destroyed and a Mi-35 helicopter was damaged. 6 771 17 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions Destruction of enemy’s helicopters

helicopter attack on Russian positions Ukrainian helicopter pilot attacks occupiers. VIDEO A video was posted online showing fragments of the combat work of a Ukrainian helicopter pilot. 8 166 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

Belarusian Armed Forces helicopter Belarus receives batch of Mi-35M helicopters from Russia A new batch of Mi-35M transport and combat helicopters has arrived in Belarus from Russia. 4 149 17

Mi-8 crashed in the Oryol region on 23 May Mi-8 military helicopter crashes in Russia’s Oryol region, crew killed. VIDEO On May 23, a Russian Mi-8 military helicopter crashed in the Oryol region. Ammunition is currently detonating at the crash site. 8 033 74 Previously in trend: Military helicopter crashes in Russia

DIU DIU received unique Sikorsky S-76A medevac helicopter from Canadian partners. VIDEO+PHOTOS The DIU servicemen received a Sikorsky S-76A medevac helicopter - the helicopter was transported from Canada as part of a charity initiative of Helijet International, Maple Hope Foundation and the Ukrainian World Congress. 9 421 28 Previously in trend: Medical aid for the wounded

helicopter crashed in New York 6 people killed in helicopter crash in New York - media. VIDEO In New York, a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River, killing 6 people. 10 503 45 Previously in trend: Helicopter crashed in New York

Russian army helicopters destroyed at Ivnya airfield Result of missile attack on Russian army field airfield on 24 March: "Kerosene is pouring, f#ck. F#ck off - Direct arrival to arse". VIDEO A video was posted online showing a Russian soldier filming the result of a missile attack on 24 March on a field airfield in the village of Ivnya in Belgorod region. 8 978 27 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of enemy’s helicopters

attack of occupiers with missiles Ukrainian helicopter pilot attacks occupiers’ positions with missiles. VIDEO A video record of a helicopter pilot from the 11th Separate Army Aviation Brigade "Kherson" showing his combat work was posted online. 8 556 33 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

A helicopter crashed in the Russian Federation Mi-28 military helicopter crashed in Leningrad region of RF. PHOTO A Mi-28 military helicopter crashed in the Leningrad region of the Russian Federation. 5 066 32 Previously in trend: Military helicopter crashes in Russia

Czechs send Black Hawk helicopter to Ukraine Czech volunteers raise funds for Black Hawk helicopter for Ukrainian Armed Forces. PHOTO The Czech initiative "Dárek pro Putina" (a gift for Putin) has raised funds for the purchase of a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter for the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine. 6 585 33 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine a helicopter from the Czechia for the AFU

A helicopter with marks of destroyed Shahed drones Flight of Ukrainian Mi-24B helicopter with marks about 19 downed Shaheds and 6 reconnaissance drones. VIDEO A video recording of a Ukrainian Mi-24B helicopter flight was posted online. 11 639 15

Destruction of Shahed from helicopter Mi-24 helicopter pilots shoot down Russian "Shahed" kamikaze drones. VIDEO A video with fragments of the combat work of pilots of the 11th Separate Army Aviation Brigade "Kherson" was published online. 10 155 27

Magura drones destroy two Russian helicopters near Crimea Magura V5 naval drones destroyed two Russian helicopters in Black Sea: Ministry of Defense clarified data Ukrainian intelligence has reported that two Russian Mi-8 helicopters were destroyed in a successful operation near the occupied Crimea. 6 220 23 Previously in trend: War

Mi-8 Russians said they lost two Mi-8 helicopters with crews over Black Sea Russian propagandists claimed that on 31 December, Ukrainians shot down two Mi-8 helicopters with crews over the Black Sea. 35 643 106

Magura shoots down helicopter For first time in history, Magura V5 naval drone destroyed air target - Russian Mi-8 helicopter in Crimea - DIU. VIDEO On 31 December 2024, the DIU 's "Group 13" special unit hit an air target for the first time in history using a Magura V5 maritime strike drone equipped with missile weapons. 28 106 134

Germany, government German Defense Ministry refused to comment on incident with Russians in Baltic Sea: violations of rules at sea do happen The German defense ministry refused to comment on the information that a Russian vessel had launched flares toward a German helicopter. The incident took place in the Baltic Sea. 3 576 29

In the Baltic Sea, a Russian ship opens fire on a German Air Force helicopter Russian ship fires flares at German helicopter in Baltic Sea – media The crew of a Russian ship in the Baltic Sea fired flares at a Bundeswehr military helicopter during a German Air Force operation. 7 000 38

Знищено Мі-24 уу Московській області Mi-24 attack helicopter burned down in Moscow region - DIU. VIDEO On the night of 9-10 November 2024, a Russian Mi-24 attack helicopter was destroyed at the "Klin-5" airfield in the Moscow region of the Russian Federation. 11 183 19

Гелікоптер Sea King UK and Germany to equip helicopters for Ukraine with modern missile systems Germany and the United Kingdom will equip Sea King helicopters for Ukraine with modern missile systems. 5 186 8 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

вертоліт знищує російський шахед Pilots of Ukrainian Mi-24 helicopter shot down Russian drone: "Godfather, look! We shot down "Shahed!". VIDEO The crew of a Mi-24 helicopter destroyed an enemy "Shahed" attack drone in the air. 12 819 34 Previously in trend: War

мі8 Ukrainian troops shoot down Russian Mi-8 helicopter in Kharkiv direction - General Staff So far, 114 combat engagements have taken place. The situation is the most intense in the Lyman, Pokrovsk and Kurakhove directions. 12 281 15 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

У Росії розбився вертоліт Helicopter with deputy from United Russia crashes in Russia. PHOTO Sergei Smetanin, a member of the Arkhangelsk City Duma from the ruling United Russia party, was on board the Robinson helicopter that crashed on the morning of September 27. 7 754 28

В Омську школярі спалили Мі-8 In Omsk, two schoolchildren burned down Mi-8 helicopter at local air base. PHOTOS In Omsk, two schoolchildren burned down a helicopter at a local airbase. They were promised $20,000 for the arson. 14 653 60

У російському Ноябрську школярі підпалили вертоліт Schoolchildren burned helicopter in Noyabrsk, Russia: They were promised 5 million rubles for it. PHOTOS In the Russian city of Noyabrsk (Tomsk region), two schoolchildren burned a helicopter. 15 950 64

вертоліт AH-64E Guardian Apache Poland signs contract to purchase 96 Apache helicopters for $10 billion The Polish government has signed a contract with the American company Boeing for the purchase of 96 AH-64E Guardian Apache helicopters. 2 514 13

дрон,вертоліт Kamikaze drone operator shoots down Russian helicopter over Kursk region of Russia. VIDEO A kamikaze drone operator from the SSU's "Alpha" Special Operations Centre shot down a Russian helicopter in the skies over Russia's Kursk region. 21 128 38 Previously in trend: War

рус,вертоліт SSU special forces shoot down Russian helicopter with FPV drone. VIDEO The Security Service of Ukraine has recorded another truly unique hit on an enemy target. Yesterday, soldiers of the SSU Special Operations Centre "A" shot down a Russian Mi-28 helicopter using an FPV drone. According to our sources, the helicopter was shot down over the Kursk region of Russia. 27 534 76 Previously in trend: War

ракета Air Defense Forces destroy helicopter, missile and two UAVs over Sumy region - RMA On August 6, air defense forces shot down a missile and a helicopter over the Sumy region. 8 601 30

Дрон збив Мі-8 AFU shot down Mi-8 for first time with help of drone - Forbes On July 31, on the eastern edge of the Donetsk region, which is 16 kilometers from the front line, the Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down a Russian plane for the first time with the help of a two-kilogram drone. 11 097 36

знищено російські вертольоти 3 enemy helicopters destroyed on Russian territory, - Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. VIDEO On 24 July 2024, a Mi-8 military multipurpose helicopter burned down at the Kryazh airfield in Samara, Russia. 13 184 12 Previously in trend: War

Знищено російський алігатор 13 травня 2024 року Russian Ka-52 "Alligator" helicopter is destroyed - 47th Brigade Soldiers of the 47th Separate Mechanised Brigade landed a Russian Ka-52 "Alligator" helicopter. 8 541 35 Previously in trend: War

гур,підпал,вертоліт Ka-32 helicopter is burned at airfield in Moscow - DIU. VIDEO On the night of 26 April 2024, an enemy Ka-32 multi-purpose helicopter was destroyed at the Ostafyevo airfield of the Russian Ministry of Defence in Moscow. 16 353 30 Previously in trend: War

гур Mi-8 helicopter was destroyed at airfield in Samara, Russia - Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. VIDEO A Mi-8 helicopter was destroyed in the Russian city of Samara at the Kryazh airfield. 14 128 19 Previously in trend: War

плетенчук,ка27 Russian Ka-27 helicopter destroyed in occupied Crimea A Ka-27 helicopter of the Russian invaders was destroyed in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 8 962 11 Previously in trend: War

мі-24 Mi-24 military helicopter crashes in Russian-occupied Abkhazia - media. VIDEO On Tuesday, 2 April, a Mi-24 attack helicopter of the Abkhazian Ministry of Defence crashed. Three crew members were hospitalised. 11 022 27 World

польща Poland plans to establish military helicopter base near border with Ukraine Not far from the border with Ukraine, in the town of Świdnik, Lubelskie Voivodeship, Poland plans to build a new airbase where military helicopters will be deployed. 1 378 18 Incidents

гелікоптер,мі-24 Czech Republic hands over its last Mi-24 helicopters to Ukraine Defense Minister Jana Černohova noted that the Czech Republic no longer has any equipment to donate. The Czech authorities handed over the last batch of Soviet-made Mi-24 attack helicopters to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. 8 647 32 World

придністров'я Transnistria reports drone attack on military unit. Military Mi-8 helicopter was preliminarily burnt down. VIDEO&PHOTOS In unrecognised Transnistria, it was reported that an explosion caused a fire on the territory of one of Tiraspol’s military units. 19 048 124 Photo News

hawk,black DIU denies Russian fakes about alleged destruction of Black Hawk military reconnaissance helicopter All Black Hawk aircraft of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine are in excellent working condition, and their crews continue to perform combat and special missions. 7 742 29 War in Ukraine

війна Ukrainian helicopters are bombarding occupiers near Avdiivka. VIDEO A company of unmanned aerial vehicles of the 47th separate mechanised brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces demonstrated how army aviation supports infantry in the Avdiivka sector of the frontline. Ukrainian helicopters are delivering powerful firepower to the enemy. 18 376 33 Previously in trend: War

су Russia has 1500 combat aircraft. They also have enough helicopters, - Ihnat The Russian aggressor country currently has approximately 1,500 aircraft in service, and there are also outdated models in storage. 8 579 39 War in Ukraine