
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine showcased the operation of the Oerlikon Skynex Air Defense System produced by Rheinmetall.
As reported by Ukrinform, the corresponding video was published on Facebook by the Air Force Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
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Video: Air Force Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
“The Skynex system by Rheinmetall, in service with the Air Force, is showing impeccable results in destroying enemy attack drones,” the post accompanying the video states.
“The time and location remain undisclosed, but as seen in the footage, the efficient work of the 35mm automated anti-aircraft gun greatly inspires our defenders of the sky,” the Air Force added.
As reported by Ukrinform, Air Defense Forces shot down 319 Shahed drones and 25 Kh-101 cruise missiles launched by Russia against Ukraine since the evening of July 11.
Photo: Air Command West, Air Force of Ukraine
Source: Ukrainian Air Force demonstrates Skynex Air Defense System targeting Russian drones