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78th Separate Air Assault Brigade
of the 7th Rapid Response Corps, Air Assault Forces

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78th Separate Air Assault Brigade

The 78th Separate Air Assault Brigade is a combat unit of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The unit was formed in 2022 from volunteers who stepped up to defend the nation following the full-scale Russian invasion.

In December 2025, the regiment was expanded into a brigade within the 7th Rapid Response Corps, Air Assault Forces.
The brigade is known for effective assault operations and participation in key combat missions across various sectors of the front line.

The unit took part in:

  • the defense of Kyiv
  • battles on the Zaporizhzhia axis
  • operations on the Donetsk axis
  • battles on the Kupiansk and Northern Slobozhanskyi axes
Brigade History

The Beginning 

of Ukraine’s Defense

Following the full-scale Russian invasion in 2022, soldiers of the future 78th Brigade stood up to defend the state.

Our fighters took part in combat operations and the defense of key sectors, notably:

  • Kyiv
  • Enerhodar
  • Snake Island (Zmiinyi Island)
  • other Ukrainian cities targeted by Russian aggression.

Zaporizhzhia Axis

From June 2023 to January 2024, units of the brigade carried out combat missions during the offensive operation on the Zaporizhzhia axis.
Combat operations were conducted around:

  • Mala Tokmachka
  • Robotyne
  • Verbove

Donetsk Axis

From February to October 2024, servicemen of the brigade conducted combat missions on the Donetsk axis.
Battles took place in the areas of:

  • Netailove
  • Karlivka
  • Zhelanne
  • Ivanivske
  • Chasiv Yar
  • Novomykhailivka

Kupiansk Axis

From December 2024 to September 2025, units of the brigade destroyed enemy forces on the Kupiansk axis.
Combat operations took place around:

  • Kruhliakivka
  • Bohuslavka (Kharkiv region)

Northern Slobozhanskyi Axis

Since July 2024, units of the brigade have performed combat missions on the Northern Slobozhanskyi axis as part of various task forces of the Defense Forces of Ukraine.

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IN THE BRIGADE

FPV Drone Operator
UAV/FPV Drone Technician-Engineer
Driver
Marksman
Machine Gunner

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The Team

Those Who Lead the Way

1st Air Assault Battalion

ALPHA

ALPHA

In the AFU since 2013. With the 78th AABr since 2024.

Бої: COMBAT EXPERIENCE: Conducted combat missions during the JFO from 2019 to 2022. From 2022 to the present, executed combat missions in Kharkiv, Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson, Sumy, and Kursk regions.

Хобі: outdoor activities, powerlifting.

“Exhaustion is better than death”

2nd Air Assault Battalion

DUKAT

DUKAT

In the AFU since 2013. With the 78th AABr since 2026.

Бої: Conducted combat missions in the ATO zone from April 2014 to May 2018, and in the JFO zone from June 2018 to February 2022. From February 2022 to the present, executed combat missions in Donetsk and Sumy regions.

Хобі: fishing.

“Leadership is measured not by words, but by the people who follow you into battle”

3rd Air Assault Battalion

RICO

RICO

In the AFU since 2014. With the 78th AABr since 2025.

Бої: Conducted combat missions in the ATO from late 2014 to 2016. Conducted combat missions in the JFO from 2020 to 2022. From 2022 to the present, executed missions in Donetsk, Luhansk, and Kharkiv regions.

Хобі: small arms.

“Our strength lies in unity, our weapon is our will”

Logistics Battalion

ZMII

ZMII

In the AFU since April 2014. With the 78th AABr since 2026.

Бої: Conducted missions during the ATO and JFO from 2014 to 2021. From 2022 to the present, executed combat missions in Donetsk, Luhansk, and Sumy regions.

Хобі: football

“Whatever mission is set, we will get it done”

Artillery Battalion

BILYI

BILYI

In the AFU since 2015. With the 78th AABr since 2023.

Бої: Conducted combat missions during the ATO in 2015-2016. From 2022 to the present, executed missions in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Sumy regions.

Хобі: chess

“Decisiveness eliminates doubt where absolute certainty cannot exist”

Anti-Aircraft Missile Battalion

DZHURA

DZHURA

In the AFU since 2015. With the 78th AABr since 2024.

Бої: Conducted combat missions during the ATO and JFO in 2015-2018. From 2022 to the present, executed missions in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, Kursk, Luhansk, and Sumy regions.

Хобі: music

“Victory favors the prepared”

WARRIOR CODE

7 PRINCIPLES OF A 78TH BRIGADE WARRIOR

  • TEAM ABOVE ALL

    We work together. Every warrior is responsible for themselves and supports their brother-in-arms.

  • TRUST

    In combat conditions, it is vital to know that the person next to you can be relied upon.

  • TRAINING

    Constant training and drills are the foundation for confident action in difficult situations.

  • DISCIPLINE

    Precise execution of orders and teamwork within the unit guarantee results.

  • PROFESSIONALISM

    Every service member hones their skills and strives for excellence.

  • RESPONSIBILITY

    We understand the significance of our duty and carry it out with utmost dedication.

  • RESULT

    The purpose of our service is to effectively carry out combat missions and defend Ukraine.

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