Military Aviation Digest — Week 9, 2023
Week 9, 2023 · 27 Feb – 5 Mar 2023
Between 27 February and 5 March 2023, 3 military aviation events were recorded worldwide, including 3 aircraft lost or retired, spanning 2 countries and 3 aircraft types. Russia was the most active air force this week with 2 events.
3events · 3lost/retired · 2countries · 3aircraft types
Mon
27 Feb
Tue
28 Feb
Thu
2 Mar
Sat
4 Mar
Sun
5 Mar
Detailed event log
| Date | Country | Aircraft | Change | Context |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Mar | 🇷🇺 Russia |
Su-34
Yenakiieve, Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine |
-1 active |
Lost due to a friendly fire incident over Yenakiieve, Donetsk Oblast.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 1 Mar | 🇷🇺 Russia |
Su-25
Ukraine |
-1 active |
Crashed somewhere in Ukraine; the pilot ejected and was evacuated.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
| 1 Mar | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
Su-24
Bakhmut, Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine |
-1 active |
Shot down near Bakhmut; both crewmembers were killed.
Russia-Ukraine War en.wikipedia.org |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many military aviation events happened in week 9 of 2023?
3 air force events were recorded between 27 February–5 March 2023, spanning 2 countries and 3 aircraft types.
How many aircraft were lost or retired this week?
3 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 9 of 2023, with 2 reported inventory changes.