Russian Helicopter Briefly Violates Polish Airspace Near Braniewo

wiadomosci.onet.pl (Polish)

A Russian Mi-8 helicopter briefly violated Polish airspace on Wednesday near Braniewo, according to the Polish Armed Forces' Operational Command. The incursion lasted 42 seconds, reaching a maximum depth of about 300 meters into Polish territory. The helicopter was flying from the Kaliningrad Oblast when it crossed the border at 11:08 AM. Polish radar systems tracked the aircraft, prompting fighter jets to scramble while ground forces remained on alert. The helicopter turned back on its own. The military stated the incident's nature suggests Russia is again testing Poland's air defense readiness. Lieutenant Colonel Jacek Goryszewski confirmed Polish forces were prepared for the incursion.


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