Ukrainian Army Aviation has confirmed the loss of the crew of a Mi-24 attack helicopter during a combat mission. The information was announced by Kherson’s 11th Separate Army Aviation Brigade.
So far, the causes of the incident have not been clarified. The brigade also did not reveal the location and exact date of the tragedy, and the names of the crew members were not released.
In a post on social media, the unit paid tribute to the soldiers, stating that “only the best sons of Ukraine are able to so heroically defend the homeland and fight against the occupying forces in the air.” The text describes the crew as “true patriots and worthy officers” and emphasizes that the loss means “great pain” for the brigade.
According to the statement, this is not the first recent incident involving this type. In December 2025, the 12th Separate Army Aviation Brigade also lost the crew of an Mi-24 that failed to return from a combat mission, at the time linked to a response to a Russian attack.
Ukrainian Army Aviation did not indicate whether investigations were underway or when further details could be released.
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