Ukraine’s future Flagship is at Acceptance Tests
The Ukrainian Navy released a video showcasing the Ivan Mazepa’ corvette at state tests. The ship, built by Turkish STM, began construction in January 2021.
Neizhpapa News
Navy / Maritime
Navy / Maritime
Ukraine’s “Hetman Ivan Mazepa” Corvette Launched
The First Lady of Ukraine Zelenska and Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov announced that the Ukrainian Navy’s Hetman Ivan Mazepa Corvette (F-211) is launched.
Navy / Maritime
Unmanned Systems
Ukrainian Navy Commander: Bayraktar UAVs played a key role
Ukrainian Navy Commander Vice-Admiral Oleksiy Neizhpapa said the Navy actively used anti-ship mines and armed Bayraktar UAVs to protect Ukraine's sea shore.
Navy / Maritime
Turkiye Continues the Construction Ukraine’s Ada Corvette
Neizhpapa, told Ukrainian publication ArmiyaInform that Turkiye continues the construction of the Ada Class Corvette.
Navy / Maritime
Ukrainian Ada will provide Air Defence Missions
Ukraine will acquire two Ada Class corvettes from Turkiye. Turkish Navy used them for ASW, but Ukrainian corvettes will serve for air defence missions.
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