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

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
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1 Mar 🇷🇺 Russia Su-25
Ukraine
-1 active Crashed somewhere in Ukraine; the pilot ejected and was evacuated.
Russia-Ukraine War
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1 Mar 🇺🇦 Ukraine Su-24
Bakhmut, Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine
-1 active Shot down near Bakhmut; both crewmembers were killed.
Russia-Ukraine War
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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.