“Need more modern weapons”: Ukraine soldier is surprised about ancient German helicopters. As of: February 29, 2024, 2:18 p.m By: Patrick Mayer Ukraine receives the “Sea King” naval helicopter from Germany.

However, one Ukrainian pilot's enthusiasm is limited. The German Bundeswehr still has 23 examples in service. Six of them are to go to Ukraine as additional means of transport in the defense against Russia. The British armed forces have already decommissioned them.