Mil Mi-24 Hind

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01 May 2026 · © Rum

East German Air Force Mil Mi-24 Hind on display, a fearsome Soviet-era armored gunship and troop carrier.

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Aircraft

Mi-24 Hind MI24

East German Air Force with warning and insignia markings

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Registration

Manufacturer

Mil

Gear

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Location

E. Valencia Rd.

Davis Monthan Air Force Base · DMA/KDMA

32.1400, -110.8670

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Davis Monthan Air Force Base DMA

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Aviation History

The Mil Mi-24 \'Hind\' is one of the most iconic Soviet attack/transport helicopters, known for its armored gunship design and dual troop-carrying capability.

Fleet Rarity

No longer in front-line service in most NATO-aligned countries; retired from East German/NVA service. Several preserved as museum pieces.

Record Flights

First Soviet helicopter to combine heavy firepower with troop transport capability.

Safety & Events

Notably active in conflicts in Afghanistan, Africa, Middle East, and Eastern Europe; one of the most combat-proven helicopters in history.

Future Outlook

This airframe appears to be preserved in a museum/aircraft graveyard.

Specifications

2 × Klimov TV3-117 turboshaft engines

Engine

Main rotor diameter: 17.3 m

Wingspan

17.5 m

Length

450 km (combat radius) / 995 km (ferry range)

Range

270 km/h

Speed

Up to 8 troops (plus crew of 2–3); armament-dependent

Capacity

12,000 kg

MTOW

6.5 m

Height

1,641 kW (2,200 shp) each (shaft horsepower, not thrust)

Thrust

N/A, not civil rated; military helicopter

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