The Russian army has lost another Ka-52 “Alligator” attack helicopter during the fighting in Ukraine. The information was released by the Russian military blogger Fighterbomber, known for his connection with the Russian Aerospace Forces.
According to the report, the aircraft’s crew was killed, although the author did not provide details about the circumstances of the incident or the exact location of the crash.
So far, there has been no official confirmation from either the Russian Ministry of Defense or the Ukrainian Defense Forces, which have not yet officially reported the downing of the helicopter.
The Ka-52 is one of Russia’s most advanced attack helicopters, designed to destroy armored vehicles, ground and aerial targets, as well as to carry out reconnaissance and tactical support missions. It is equipped with reinforced armor, modern targeting systems, and guided missile weaponry.
Despite its reputation and firepower, the model has proven vulnerable to Ukrainian air defense systems, particularly portable anti-aircraft missiles (MANPADS). Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, dozens of Ka-52 units have been shot down — a significant blow to Russian aviation.
The loss of these helicopters directly affects the Russian forces’ ability to provide effective air support to ground troops, as the Ka-52 is considered one of the pillars of Moscow’s attack units. The model, once a symbol of Russian air power, has also become one of the icons of the war’s losses.
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