Ukraine’s Air Force reported that Russian forces launched 124 attack drones during the day on September 28, including 86 jet-powered UAVs. According to the official military report, the main direction of the attack was the Kyiv region.
Key facts
- 124 attack UAVs were reported during the period from 06:30 to 18:30.
- 86 were described by Ukraine as jet-powered.
- Ukraine reported that 86 UAVs were shot down or suppressed, including 49 jet-powered drones.
- The Kyiv region was identified as the main direction of the attack.
What is confirmed by the official source
ArmyInform, the official military media outlet of Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence, published the Air Force figures and attributed them directly to the Ukrainian Air Force. The report also states that the attack included other drone types such as Gerbera and Banderol/Dan-T.
Why the jet-powered figure matters
Jet-powered attack drones create a more demanding interception problem because higher speed can shorten detection and engagement windows. Ukraine has separately acknowledged the need to accelerate production of high-speed interceptors designed for this threat.
That changes the economics of air defense. Using expensive surface-to-air missiles against large numbers of comparatively cheaper drones can be difficult to sustain. Ukraine is therefore trying to develop a layered response that includes electronic warfare, interceptor drones and conventional air-defense systems.
What remains unverified
The launch and interception figures are operational claims from the Ukrainian side of an active war. They should be reported as official Ukrainian military figures rather than independently established totals. Public information does not provide a complete independent accounting of every launch, interception or impact.
Why it matters
The September 28 attack is important not only because of its scale, but because of the proportion of jet-powered systems. If that trend continues, Ukraine will face pressure to expand cheaper, faster and more numerous interception systems around major cities and infrastructure.
Official Sources
- ArmyInform — 124 attack UAVs during the day; Air Force figures
- President of Ukraine — production of interceptors for jet-powered Shaheds
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