Ukraine Has Lost 22 Aircraft to Rebel Forces
Official attributes loss rate to pilots’ lack of combat experience; insufficient training; and insufficient intelligence on the threat.
The Ukrainian air force has lost a number of aircraft to ground fire during the conflict with separatist forces in the southeast of the country. They include an Il-76 transport, seen here with one of the country’s Su-27 interceptors. (Photo: Chris Pocock)
The Ukrainian air force has lost a number of aircraft to ground fire during the conflict with separatist forces in the southeast of the country. They include an Il-76 transport, seen here with one of the country’s Su-27 interceptors. (Photo: Chris Pocock)