Back to Angola | The Mi-24 Hind Returns to the African Skies

The Soviet-built Mi-24 Hind became one of the most recognisable and feared helicopters of the Cold War era. In the Angolan conflict, it carried a presence that left an indelible mark on those who faced or supported it. This reflection revisits the formidable Hind, its operations over Angola, and the men who encountered it from both sides of the war.

Designed as both a gunship and troop carrier, the Mi-24 combined power and versatility rarely seen in its time. Its heavy armament, armour protection, and twin-engine design gave it a fearsome reputation among South African and Cuban-aligned forces alike. Many veterans recall the unmistakable sound of its rotors and the sense of respect it commanded in the theatre of war.

This piece honours the machinery, the history, and most importantly, the human stories connected to it. Veterans and enthusiasts alike may find familiar memories stirred — from the dust of southern Africa to the roar of the Hind cutting through the sky.

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Russian: Миль Ми-24;
NATO reporting name: Hind

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