Military Aviation Digest — Week 15, 2022
Week 15, 2022 · 11 Apr – 17 Apr 2022
Between 11 April and 17 April 2022, 4 military aviation events were recorded worldwide, including 4 aircraft lost or retired, spanning 2 countries and 4 aircraft types. Ukraine was the most active air force this week with 3 events.
4events · 4lost/retired · 2countries · 4aircraft types
Detailed event log
| Date | Country | Aircraft | Change | Context |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Apr | 🇷🇺 Russia | Ka-52 | -1 active |
Shot down by Ukrainian forces in Kharkiv Oblast at night; the crew died.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 15 Apr | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Mi-8 | -1 active |
Mi-8MSB remains discovered in northern Ukraine carrying tank rounds.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 15 Apr | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Su-25 | -1 active |
Reportedly shot down by Russian forces in Izyum; the downing was recorded by an IR camera.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 14 Apr | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | MiG-29 | -1 active |
Found destroyed in Nova Basan, the ordnance was destroyed by Ukrainian officials.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many military aviation events happened in week 15 of 2022?
4 air force events were recorded between 11 April–17 April 2022, spanning 2 countries and 4 aircraft types.
How many aircraft were lost or retired this week?
4 aircraft were lost, written off or retired from service this week across 4 reported events.
Which air force had the most activity this week?
Ukraine recorded the most events in week 15 of 2022, with 3 reported inventory changes.