Russian Air Force Mi-24P over Safita Tartous, Syria

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Russian Air Force Mi-24 over Safita Tartous, Syria

Mi-24P  are also armed with anti-tank missile systems for the engagement of moving armoured targets, weapon emplacements and slow-moving air targets. All versions retain the troop transport capability.

The Mi-24P is in service with Russia and countries of the ex-Soviet Union. Mi-25  ( export version of standard Mi-24) service in Syria Air Force.

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