Ukraine enlists businesses in air defense: nearly 100 firms' crews have downed 60-plus targets
As it expands air defense during its war with Russia, Ukraine is bringing in private companies to avoid straining the front. In under a year nearly 100 firms have joined, and their crews have downed more than 60 targets.
Ukraine is expanding its air defense by enlisting private businesses, with the aim of adding capacity without putting extra strain on front-line units. According to Euromaidan Press, nearly 100 companies have joined the effort in less than a year.
The crews formed by these companies operate under the commands of the Ukrainian Air Force. To bring down targets, they use interceptor drones and automated turrets.
The outlet reports that the crews have so far downed more than 60 targets in total.
The source gives no further details on what types of targets were downed, which companies take part, or how cooperation with the Air Force is organized.
