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Russian sources claimed that they shot down over 30 TB-2s. But the reality is that the Ukrainian army had - if all the orders were fulfilled - 20 aircraft. However, it has been proven that 1 TB-2 systems were hit so far in the war that lasted 1 month. As the Russian side could not produce any evidence, we do not know in which theaters of the war the TB-2s were mainly shot down in the numbers they claimed. On the contrary, based on the nature and number of losses of Russian troops, we can make accurate predictions about which systems the Ukrainian side is using or where it is concentrating.So since Russia has claimed ALL TB2 UCAVs of the Ukrainian armed forces have been shot down/destroyed, i have some questions how they were used?
Did the Ukrainians use any EW or jamming equipment against Russian radars whilst conducting airstrikes with the TB2?
What overall effect did the TB2 have on the Russian war effort?
How were they mostly shot down? Via fighter jet or SAM/MANPAD?
But I think the real problem for Ukraine is that there is no airport or suitable highway anymore where they can lift and operate these planes safely.
That's why the Ukrainian Air Force insists on an interceptor jet. In the statement published today, they stated that even if F-16or F-15 aircrafts are also given, they can be commissioned with an urgent 3-week pilotage and training process. Even if is limited, Ukraine's having a certain air power may enable them to protect some airports or suitable highways.
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