Ukrainian Drone Strike Kills Two Attack Helicopters in Crimea

Ukrainian Drones Go Big on Simferopol

In a stunning display of aerial audacity, Ukrainian drones crash‑landed two of Russia’s most prized flying machines right in the heart of occupied Crimea. The strike, which took place early on Saturday, saw a Mi‑8 and a Mi‑24 make a very abrupt exit from the sky.

Weapons Passed the Test

Mi‑8 – worth over $10 million a piece
Mi‑24 – priced between $12 million and $36 million

AviVector Calls It “A Victory Day”

According to aviation analytics resource AviVector, the drones swooped in at about 06:30 UTC (09:30 Kyiv time) and didn’t miss a beat. Russian monitoring equipment logged the maneuver, giving the Ukrainian airborne folks a once‑in‑a‑career badge of honor.

Why This Matters

Not only did Ukraine manage to slice off two costly war machines, but they also made a bold statement in remote territory that’s been tucked under Russian control for years. The hit roosted a full‑blown “mission complete” feel across the globe.

Encore Coverage

Every now and then, you’ll hear chatter about the daring operations that keep the battlefield buzzing. This latest bout of aerial prowess ranks high as a headline that’s unlikely to be forgotten.

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Ukrainian Drone Strike on Crimea: A Quick‑Fire Recap

A Night of Ukrainian Ninja‑Drones

The Saki Airbase turned into a battle‑scarred photo shoot:

1 Su‑30SM chewed its way out of life – completely destroyed.

A second Su‑30SM was left battle‑damaged (think broken wing, bruised tail, still kicking).

3 Su‑24 fighters were swatted, but survived the first‑round tango with the drones.

“This night, the SBU’s Central Military District ‘A’ drones dropped heat on the Saki military airfield in temporarily occupied Crimea.It’s a key Russian airbase for operations in the Black Sea.”

August 30th – Simferopol’s Silent Alarm

At 06:30 UTC (yes, the Russians were even awake), drones took off towards Simferopol airport.

Within minutes, a blister‑burning fire erupted just next to the runway.

“Two helicopters are gone,” the SBU declared, and the footage that followed looked like a burn‑in of the airport’s paint — flames, smoke, and the hiss of a drone’s victory lap.

The Price of a Pilot

$35‑$50 million to stand a single Su‑30SM in the sky; a pricey show‑stopper.

Each drone strike is a cost‑effective grenade for the occupiers.

“After all, just one Su‑30SM aircraft can cost an average of $35 to $50 million.” – The SBU’s hot take on economy warfare.

The SBU’s Bold Message

“The successful special operation of the SBU in Saki is another step towards weakening the enemy’s ability to wage a war of aggression against Ukraine.

“The occupiers should remember that they will never feel safe on our land!”

Think of it as a standing‑up routine for the battlefield – humor, heart, and a whole lot of resistance in every line.

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