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Russian pilot who rescued downed Su-25 attack aircraft presented for award

The pilot of the Russian Aerospace Forces, who successfully returned to base on a damaged Su-25 attack aircraft, was presented for the award.

The Russian Ministry of Defense on Saturday, May 27, reported on a Russian military pilot who showed outstanding courage and professionalism by successfully returning to his base on a Su-25 attack aircraft damaged by an enemy MANPADS. The corresponding statement was published on the official resources of the military department.

According to the release, the incident took place on May 23, 2023, when a Su-25 attack aircraft of the Aerospace Forces (VKS) of Russia, under the control of an aviation squadron flight commander, after successfully completing a combat mission, became the object of an enemy attack using MANPADS.

Despite the damage received from enemy fire, the pilot, thanks to a high level of professional skills and personal courage, managed to stabilize his car and fly to the nearest Russian airfield, where he successfully landed.

"For courage and courage shown in the performance of military duty, the pilot was presented to the Order of Courage", The statement said.

This case has become a vivid example of the professionalism and courage shown by the Russian military personnel in the conditions of hostilities. It shows the readiness of Russian pilots to act decisively and confidently even in extreme circumstances, while successfully fulfilling their military duties.

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