Military Aviation Digest — Week 44, 2022
Week 44, 2022 · 31 Oct – 6 Nov 2022
Between 31 October and 6 November 2022, 3 military aviation events were recorded worldwide, including 4 aircraft lost or retired, spanning 2 countries and 2 aircraft types. Russia was the most active air force this week with 2 events.
3events · 4lost/retired · 2countries · 2aircraft types
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Detailed event log
| Date | Country | Aircraft | Change | Context |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | 🇷🇺 Russia | Ka-52 | -2 active |
Two were damaged at Pskov Airport near the Latvian border, likely by Ukrainian saboteurs.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 31 Oct | 🇷🇺 Russia | Mi-8 | -1 active |
Operated by Wagner Group, Mi-8 MTKO shot down by Ukrainian forces near Spirne, Donetsk Oblast; the loss was recorded in video.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 31 Oct | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Mi-8 | -1 active |
Crashed in Ukrainian controlled Kostiantynivka, Donetsk Oblast.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many military aviation events happened in week 44 of 2022?
3 air force events were recorded between 31 October–6 November 2022, spanning 2 countries and 2 aircraft types.
How many aircraft were lost or retired this week?
4 aircraft were lost, written off or retired from service this week across 3 reported events.
Which air force had the most activity this week?
Russia recorded the most events in week 44 of 2022, with 2 reported inventory changes.
Which aircraft appeared most in this week's events?
The Mi-8 was mentioned in 2 events during week 44 of 2022.