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Ukrainian MiG-29 destroyed after catching fire during air-to-air missile launch over Odesa

A MiG-29 operated by the Ukrainian Air Force’s 204th Tactical Aviation Brigade was destroyed during combat operations over Odesa Oblast after catching fire while launching an air-to-air missile. The pilot ejected safely, according to reports.

Discovered 2026-08-11T01:05:54.587780-07:00 | 2026-08-11T01:05:54.587780-07:00

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The loss removes a combat aircraft from the Ukrainian Air Force’s operational inventory, although the pilot survived the ejection.
Reports that the aircraft caught fire during an air-to-air missile launch highlight the operational risks associated with fighter employment in ongoing combat operations.

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