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Ukraine's air defense downs Russian Orion drone in Kursk sector
On August 31, Ukraine's Air Defense Forces shot down a Russian Orion unmanned aerial vehicle in the Kursk sector
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Ukraine's Air Force reports.
According to the report, it happened today around 11:00. The Air Force noted that it had already shot down UAVs of this type in other areas.
The Orion drone has been in service with the Russian army since 2020. The on-board equipment is designed for visual, radar or radio reconnaissance with the possibility of long-term patrolling in a designated area.
It weighs 1150 kg and has a payload of 200 kg. In addition, this UAV can be equipped with up to four different types of ammunition, including air-to-surface missiles.
- On the night of August 31, Russian troops launched missiles and drones to attack Ukraine. Ukrainian defenders managed to destroy 25 Shaheds, while the rest fell on their own.
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