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Polish aircraft scrambled twice at night

Saturday, 27 April 2024, 03:22
Polish aircraft scrambled twice at night
Photo: Polish Armed Forces

On the night of 26-27 April, Poland scrambled its fighter aircraft twice because of Russia's attack on Ukraine’s west. 

Source: Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces on X

Quote: "Be advised that Polish aircraft are flying in Polish airspace, which may lead to increased noise levels, especially in the southeastern part of the country.

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Intense activity of the Russians has been observed this evening, related to the launch of missile strikes on facilities located on the territory of Ukraine."

Updated: After Russian strategic bombers took off and launched missiles, Poland scrambled both its own and allied aircraft for the second time.

Background:

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  • On 26 April, an air-raid warning was issued in all Ukrainian oblasts. There was a threat of Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles launches. Explosions were heard in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast.

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