How a Ukrainian Mi-24 Outplayed a Russian MANPADS Team Using Flares and FPV Drones

Witness a masterclass in modern warfare — a real-world display of strategy, courage, and technological precision. In this tactical breakdown, we analyze how a Ukrainian Mi-24 “Hind” helicopter deliberately baited a Russian MANPADS team, survived an Igla missile launch, and turned defense into decisive counter-attack.

Using flares, timing, and deep understanding of Russia’s air defense behavior, the Mi-24 crew flipped the script. Moments after dodging the missile, Ukraine’s command launched an FPV drone straight to the source — wiping out the launcher team and neutralizing the threat.

This is Ukraine’s “accepted risk” doctrine in action — using air assets as bait to expose hidden enemy defenses, then eliminating them with precision strikes.

👉 Stay until the end for full tactical insights, including analysis of heat signature deception, drone targeting coordination, and why this engagement represents a new era of aerial warfare.
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