Ukrainian drone operators direct a JDAM against the facilities at a Russian airfield. The target is located 36 kilometers behind the front line in Kherson. It is likely that the facility was the target and not the planes – I do not imagine that biplanes are much of a threat unless the Russians have discovered a way to resurrect Baron von Richthofen. JDAMs are a capability that Ukraine acquired earlier this year, though we have not published much footage of their use. I imagine that the limited number of airframes and the overall inferiority of Ukrainian aviation provides limited opportunities for JDAM employment.

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Cam

Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs Triumph Sailing, a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through adventure and fellowship on the water. Triumph Sailing just completed its big yearly event, an offshore race in the Gulf of Mexico with an all veteran crew. You can support the mission and next year's sailing season at Tri-Sail.Org.