The 12th Separate Army Aviation Brigade announced this on the Facebook page.The brigade reported that the crew members were killed on December 17 while carrying out a combat mission."This is an irreparable loss for aviation, for the country, and for the families who were waiting for their loved ones at home," they shared.What is known about the Mi-24The Mi-24 is an attack helicopter in service with the Ukrainian Armed Forces and is actively used to support units on the battlefield. It combines fire strike capabilities with limited transport capacity, allowing it to perform a wide range of combat missions. The helicopter has an armored cockpit, can operate at low altitudes, and is capable of withstanding small arms fire.The Mi-24 is equipped with cannon and missile armament used to strike enemy personnel, armored vehicles, and fortified positions.On the night of August 23, 2025, Major Serhii Bondar, a MiG-29 fighter pilot, was killed during a landing approach after completing a combat mission.