Ukrainian Drones Take Down Russian Attack Helicopters In Dramatic New Tactic

Ukrainian drone operators are launching daring attacks on Russian helicopters using first-person view (FPV) drones, a new tactic that’s gaining momentum. A recently released video shows one of these drones targeting a Russian Mi-28 attack helicopter, aiming directly for its vulnerable tail rotor. While the video cuts off before showing the impact, it suggests that Ukrainian forces are now using drones in a bold new way to challenge Russia's air power. This marks a significant shift in the conflict, as drones increasingly threaten even heavily armed helicopters, adding a new layer of danger to the skies.

A recent video that circulated online captures a Ukrainian drone targeting a Russian Mi-28 Havoc attack helicopter. The footage, shot from the drone’s perspective, shows it approaching the helicopter from behind, then circling around to aim for the tail rotor. The tail rotor is a critical part of the helicopter, and damaging it can have serious consequences, possibly causing the...