Russian Mi-28NM Helicopters Get Novel Anti-FPV Drone Electronics

Russian Mi-28NM combat helicopters have begun integrating with an upgraded onboard electronic defense systems designed to counter FPV drones.

These modifications were a response to a series of confirmed incidents of Russian attack helicopters being hit by Ukrainian FPV drones in close tactical zones.

Microwave sensors operating in the 300 MHz–300 GHz band have been added to the wingtips, nose, and tail boom, enabling the detection of control signals at ranges of 4–7 km.

This likely represents a major upgrade of the L-370 "Vitebsk" system or a new solution based on VNII "Gradient" technology, the Russian Weapons Telegram channel reported.

The system is capable of generating targeted jamming on FPV control channels in the 2.4 and 5.8 GHz bands, as well as suppressing satellite navigation signals, reducing the likelihood of a successful attack by 60–75%.

Installing additional modules on the lifting surfaces does not require major modifications to the airframe and allows the aircraft to maintain its flight characteristics under full combat load.