Today, December 31, Ukrainian soldiers from the special unit of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) “Group 13” destroyed an aerial target for the first time in the world using a Magura V5 strike naval drone. The target was a Russian Mi-8 helicopter, reports DIU.

The unique operation took place in the Black Sea near Cape Tarkhankut in temporarily occupied Crimea.

It is noted that the Ukrainian Magura V5 naval drone is equipped with R-73 SeeDragon missiles, which were used to strike the Russian helicopter.

Additionally, another enemy helicopter sustained significant damage but returned to its base airfield.

Ukrainian naval drones

Ukrainian naval drones have become one of the most discussed components of modern military technology. Ukraine is actively developing its own unmanned maritime systems, which have already proven effective in combating the enemy amid the full-scale war with Russia.

The Magura V5 is the most well-known model of this type of UAV and the first in the world capable of destroying aerial targets.

These drones are equipped with cameras for reconnaissance and targeting. Advanced GPS navigation systems and artificial intelligence enable their autonomous operation.

Some models of naval drones can operate at distances exceeding 800 km, allowing them to carry out missions deep in enemy territory.

The targets of naval drones include Russian military ships in the Black Sea, enemy ports, oil depots, air defense systems, and other strategic objects in temporarily occupied territories.

Additionally, these drones ensure the security of maritime corridors and civilian shipping.

It is known that in May of this year, Magura V5 drones inflicted damage on the Russian Black Sea Fleet amounting to $500 million.