Russian Air Force Mi-8 Fleet Update
Event Report
Russian Air Force
| Date | Aug. 23, 2023 |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Force | Russian Air Force |
| Conflict | Russia-Ukraine War |
| Location | Ukraine |
| Aircraft | Mi-8 (Mi-8 Hip) |
| Event type | Other |
| Change | -1 active |
Description
Russian pilot reportedly defected, landing on Ukrainian territory; rest of the crew was eliminated.
Sources
Side Profile
Profile of Mi-8 Hip