Ukrainian Su-27 Pilot and Navigator Killed During Combat Mission in Eastern Ukraine
Aviation News – A pilot and senior navigator from Ukraine’s 39th Tactical Aviation Brigade were killed while carrying out a combat mission in an Su-27 on December 8, 2025, underscoring the continued intensity of air operations in eastern Ukraine. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, the incident occurred around midday as the crew conducted a mission in contested airspace. The victims served in one of the country’s key tactical aviation units, which has been active throughout the ongoing conflict.
