Ukraine is using Soviet-era Yak-52 trainer aircraft to intercept Russian Shahed drones. A gunner fires small arms from the open rear cockpit of the aircraft. This tactic counters the slow speed and predictable flight paths of the drones. The adaptation reflects modern warfare's need for affordable counter-drone technology. This unusual method adds another layer to Ukraine's air defense strategy.

A Ukrainian rear gunner was filmed shooting down attack drones from the open cockpit of a small plane with his rifle in extraordinary video published to social media by troops.…

Dramatic video footage shows the soldier taking aim at the unmanned aerial vehicle before unleashing gunfire.