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Ukraine's Magura V5 Drones Use R-73 Missiles to Destroy Two Russian Helicopters
Jan 2, 2025, 01:52 PM
Ukraine's military intelligence agency reported that its Magura V5 naval drones, operated by the Ukrainian special forces unit 'Group 13', destroyed two Russian Mi-8 helicopters and damaged a third in the Black Sea near Crimea on December 31, 2024. This operation marked the first known instance of naval drones using R-73 air-to-air missiles to target aerial assets. The crews of the destroyed helicopters were killed, while the damaged helicopter managed to land safely. This incident represents a significant evolution in the use of naval drones in modern warfare, showcasing their expanded capabilities beyond traditional maritime targets.
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