In this paper the author reviews current Soviet military literature in an effort to determine vulnerabilities in their air defense against low-level attack helicopters. He examines air defense philosophy, Soviet small arms, the SA-7 and the ZSU-23-4 at the Soviet battalion level. Although there are several vulnerabilities which can be exploited, the author concludes that the primary threat to helicopters is the Soviet ZSU-23-4. Changes to current U.S. antitank helicopter training and tactics are recommended in order to enhance the helicopter vs. tank kill ratio. (Author)


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    Soviet helicopters

    Engineering Index Backfile | 1959


    Soviet helicopters surveyed

    Engineering Index Backfile | 1957