"Ukrainian troops have used an Antonov An-28 turboprop aircraft to launch several interceptor drones in combat, turning the civilian plane into an airborne carrier for Shahed-killing quadcopters."
"Tymur Fatkullin, a Ukrainian pilot, posted footage on social media of the drones launched from under the wings of an An-28. 'You could call it a cheap air-to-air missile. For us, it is also a step toward technology that will allow drones to operate in zero visibility,' Fatkullin wrote."
"The An-28's modified configuration appears to feature pylons under its wings, allowing the plane to carry at least three interceptor drones per wing."
Ukrainian forces have adapted the Antonov An-28 turboprop aircraft to serve as an airborne carrier for interceptor drones. This modification allows the An-28 to launch multiple P1-Sun interceptors developed by Skyfall, effectively targeting and destroying Shahed drones. Pilot Tymur Fatkullin shared footage of these launches, describing the interceptor drones as a cost-effective solution and a step towards advanced drone operations in challenging visibility conditions. The Wild Hornets company has also successfully launched its Sting interceptor from the An-28 during combat missions.
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