Thanks to international military assistance, the Ukrainian army has received a large number of airborne equipment, from vehicles to artillery, and the fleet has grown to more than a hundred Mi-8/Mi-17 helicopters. But is there any potential for their use in airborne operations, and what risks are involved? A Ukrainian army aviation officer and Mi-8 pilot discussed with Militarnyi the capabilities of the helicopters, the readiness of the aircraft and crew for airborne operations, and the problems the military may face. Recently, it was reported that our Rangers received American Flyer 72-LD airborne vehicles that could be transported ...