Ukraine’s army aviation has confirmed the loss of the crew of an attack helicopter Mi-24 during a combat mission. The information was published by the 11th Independent Army Aviation Brigade in Kherson.
So far, the reasons for the incident have not been disclosed. The brigade has also not informed about the place or the exact date of the tragedy, and the names of the crew members have not been released.
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In a post on social media, the unit honored the fallen and stated that “only the best sons of Ukraine are able to defend the motherland so heroically and fight in the air against the occupier”. The text describes the crew as “true patriots and worthy officers” and emphasizes that the loss represents “a great pain” for the brigade.
According to the announcement, this is not the first recent incident involving this type. In December 2025, the 12th Independent Army Aviation Brigade also lost the crew of a Mi-24 that did not return from a combat mission, then related to the response to a Russian attack.
Ukraine’s army aviation has not said whether there are ongoing investigations or when further details can be expected to be released.
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