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Ukraine says it shot down a Russian drone with a circular wing
Ukraine's 414th Birds of Magyar Brigade says it shot down a Russian drone during an aerial engagement on October 8.
The aircraft was identified as the Knyaz Vladimir Svyatoslavich, or KVS, a relatively new Russian strike drone.
Its circular wing surrounds the central body, giving it an unusual appearance that Ukrainian operators compared to a UFO.
The drone uses a 10-inch frame and is intended for strikes over intermediate distances, but its precise range is not specified.
Its design is meant to help it take off vertically and fly more efficiently once moving forward.
The KVS was developed by Russia's Ushkuynik research center, which also makes other unmanned aircraft.
No further action or outcome is specified after the drone's destruction.
Ukrainian forces say they shot down a Russian KVS attack drone with a distinctive circular wing.
The aircraft was intercepted on October 8, 2026, by personnel from Ukraine’s 414th Birds of Magyar Brigade.
The drone was identified as the Knyaz Vladimir Svyatoslavich, developed by Russia’s Ushkuynik research center.
Its circular wing surrounds the fuselage and is designed to support vertical departures and more efficient forward flight.
The drone uses a 10-inch frame and is intended for strikes over intermediate distances, but its precise operational range is not stated.
- Who
- Personnel from Ukraine’s 414th Birds of Magyar Brigade shot down the drone. The aircraft was identified as a Russian KVS.
- What
- Ukrainian forces say they intercepted and destroyed a Russian attack drone with a circular wing.
- When
- October 8, 2026.
- Where
- Not stated.
- Why
- The KVS is intended to conduct strikes over intermediate distances. The reason for this particular flight is not stated.
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Personnel from Ukraine’s 414th Birds of Magyar Brigade intercepted the KVS drone during an aerial engagement.
TechRadar published its report about the interception.
- Aircraft
- Knyaz Vladimir Svyatoslavich (KVS)
- Wing design
- A continuous circular wing surrounding the fuselage
- Frame
- 10 inches
- Developer
- Ushkuynik research center
- Interception date
- October 8, 2026
What people are saying
What was that? Probably a UFO! It came out of nowhere... Oh, wait, it did fall,