Military Aviation Digest — Week 20, 2022
Week 20, 2022 · 16 May – 22 May 2022
Between 16 May and 22 May 2022, 6 military aviation events were recorded worldwide, including 6 aircraft lost or retired, spanning 2 countries and 6 aircraft types. Russia was the most active air force this week with 4 events.
6events · 6lost/retired · 2countries · 6aircraft types
Detailed event log
| Date | Country | Aircraft | Change | Context |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 May | 🇷🇺 Russia | Su-25 | -1 active |
Shot down in Popasna.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 22 May | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Mi-24 | -1 active |
Mi-24P recorded destroyed.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 19 May | 🇷🇺 Russia | Ka-52 | -1 active |
Recorded burning in Ukraine.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 19 May | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Su-24 | -1 active |
Lost near Soledar, Bakhmut during a combat mission.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 18 May | 🇷🇺 Russia | Su-34 | -1 active |
Reportedly lost by enemy air defenses.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 16 May | 🇷🇺 Russia | Mi-28 | -1 active |
Mi-28N destroyed in Kharkiv.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many military aviation events happened in week 20 of 2022?
6 air force events were recorded between 16 May–22 May 2022, spanning 2 countries and 6 aircraft types.
How many aircraft were lost or retired this week?
6 aircraft were lost, written off or retired from service this week across 6 reported events.
Which air force had the most activity this week?
Russia recorded the most events in week 20 of 2022, with 4 reported inventory changes.