Russian Media Unintentionally Reveals Drone-hunting Airfield Location | AI News Digest
In a noteworthy turn of events, Russian state media has unintentionally revealed the location of an airfield used to intercept Ukrainian drones, which is home to modified Yak-52 aircraft. This information came to light during a broadcast that lauded the innovative use of these Soviet-era trainer planes, a strategy reminiscent of tactics previously adopted by Ukraine. Analysts were able to pinpoint the airfield, known as the private 'Korsak' airfield, located near Pryazovske, roughly 20 kilometers from the Russian-occupied city of Melitopol. Recent satellite images show that the airstrip has been repaired, indicating it remains in active use by Russian forces. This incident highlights Moscow's ongoing efforts to bolster its aerial counter-drone capabilities through the repurposing of civilian aircraft, illustrating a broader trend of military adaptation of existing assets.
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