Russia has reportedly begun a new upgrade of the Mi-28NM attack helicopter, incorporating electronic warfare equipment aimed at countering drones, a threat that has come to play a central role in the war in Ukraine.
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Video: Russian Ka-226T helicopter takes off with new domestic engine for the first time
Rostec has released a video showing the start of flight tests of the Ka-226T light multi-purpose helicopter equipped with the Russian VK-650V engine, marking another stage in the country’s aviation import-substitution program.
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Russia loses Mi-8 helicopter and crew may have died during operation
Russia has confirmed the loss of a multipurpose Mi-8 helicopter after propagandists linked to the armed forces posted farewell messages for the aircraft’s crew.
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Rebels in Mali capture Mi-24 helicopter supplied by Russia
Fighters from the Azawad Liberation Front captured a Mi-24P attack helicopter belonging to the Malian Air Force during operations in the north of the country, amid the advance of rebel groups against positions held by Mali’s military junta.
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Russian helicopter receives final certification and begins operating over large bodies of water
The Mi-171A3 helicopter, developed for offshore missions and now in a configuration fully based on Russian components, has completed its certification process and received official authorization to operate over large bodies of water.
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Iran receives Russian Mi-28NE attack helicopters.
Russian-made Mi-28NE attack helicopters appeared at Mehrabad Airport in Tehran, the capital of Iran, according to footage shared on social media.
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Iran reportedly received Mi-28 Havoc Attack helicopters from Russia
Iran has reportedly received Russian-made Mi-28 Havoc Attack helicopters, according to independent defense profiles and open-source intelligence (OSINT) accounts.
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Ukraine releases video of attack that destroyed Russian Mi-26 helicopter in special operation
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has released new footage showing the destruction of a Russian Mi-26 helicopter, hit by an attack drone while parked at an airfield.
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Myanmar becomes the first foreign operator of the Russian Mi-38T helicopter
Myanmar Air Force inducts three Mi-38T helicopters and two Chinese Y-8F-200W transport aircraft
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Russia loses another Ka-52 helicopter in the war against Ukraine
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.
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Russian Ka-52 “Alligator” Attack Helicopter Crashes, Killing Two Crew Members
Crew died after loss of control during flight in adverse weather; authorities deny enemy involvement
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Russia attempts to cover up Mi-8MTV-5M helicopter crash
Russian military tried to cover up the loss of a Mi-8MTV-5M helicopter in January 2025. The information was revealed by military analyst Duke BG on social media.
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