POWERED BY
Ukrainians Claim Shootdown of Russian Su-25
Published 5 months ago
On June 10, 2024, Ukraine's General Staff reported that soldiers in the Pokrovsky area had shot down a Russian SU-25 (NATO reporting name: Frogfoot) via MANPADS. This video purportedly substantiates that claim, although imagery of the wreckage which confirms the hit has not yet been disclosed.
The Su-25 Frogfoot fills a similar role to that of the vaunted A-10, providing close air support to ground forces. Therefore, while downing any aircraft represents a substantial win for Ukraine, a Frogfoot is a particularly high-value target from an infantryman's perspective. While the MANPADS team celebrates, the video doesn't clearly show an impact. The Oryx blog, a neutral tracker for visually confirmed aircraft losses, reports that Russia has lost 31 Su-25s to date, though it's unclear whether the shootdown here is included.
About the Author
Cole Simms
Cole Simms is an Air Guardsman, NASA enthusiast, police officer, and security contractor with particular experience in austere environments. Outside of work, he volunteers as a Stop The Bleed instructor for area schools. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and blends his knowledge and experience to write analysis for Funker530.
Need a tried-and-tested fixed blade that's trusted by police, military and protective service users all over the world? Cole recommends Ironside Edge Works for your tactical or EDC blade needs.