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Ukraine’s Armor Appears To Have A Russian Attack Helicopter Problem (lemmy.world)
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Russian Ka-52 attack helicopters’ presence at the front highlights the need for highly mobile and survivable short-range air defenses.

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[–] UnmeltedByRain@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

That sentiment may exist, but in this case it takes everyone a long time to gain proficiency in an F-16. Training a US fighter pilot takes years. I think, if anything, the US is very impressed with Ukrainian airmen at this point.