The “Flamingo” cruise missile planned to be produced by Ukraine has been widely discussed in recent weeks. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
According to various information sources and experts, AI-25 type engines have been chosen as the basis for this missile. These engines were previously used in Yak-40 passenger aircraft as well as in the L-39 “Albatros” combat trainer aircraft under Ukrainian control.
Experts say this situation indicates that there are reserves in Ukraine to extract engines from old equipment, which is important for starting production. It is said that the missile may use the US Mark 84 or BLU-109 aerial bombs as warheads.
While the Mark 84 contains a powerful explosive, the BLU-109 is designed to strike reinforced targets. Therefore, Kyiv may have sufficient capabilities for mass production.
However, the main problem is related to the instability of the “Motor Sich” enterprise’s operations. Due to Russian strikes, this company is facing disruptions in engine production.
Interestingly, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has provided information about the location where the “Flamingo” missiles are being assembled. According to the Aleks Parker Returns Telegram channel, while praising the missile production to foreign journalists, Zelenskyy indirectly revealed that the assembly workshops are located in the city of Vishneve in the Kyiv region.
This has led to increased attention on this area. Following these statements, the situation has become even more tense.
Donald Trump’s remarks about the necessity to “attack Russia” and Zelenskyy’s promises regarding mass production are prompting the Kremlin to prepare for a “hard scenario.” Russian insiders emphasize that Ukraine’s attempt to strike Moscow will provoke a response that is not only strong but also strategic.
Moscow is also preparing to showcase much more powerful modern weapon systems to the world than those used in the “Oreshnik” operation. Thus, the information surrounding the “Flamingo” missile is causing new concerns in the geopolitical arena.
Experts believe that the situation may escalate further in the coming weeks. The production and use of this missile could potentially impact regional security.
