AT-9 Ataka

MI-28 Havoc

The missile is designed to engage pinpoint armored and slow flying air targets as well as weapon emplacements of the enemy.
After the helicopter crew decides to launch a missile, the navigator (operator) aligns the fixed mark with the target and presses the input button, thereby selecting the corrected program target tracking mode.
As a result, the laser range finder measures the target range in the automatic mode and presents the obtained data on the multifunctional display, as well as the information on requisite maneuvers to bring the helicopter to a permissible launch zone.
The pilot flies the helicopter to keep the movable target mark in the fixed square.
The operator makes sure that the fixed mark is aligned with the target and, if necessary, makes corrections by manipulating the guidance unit joysticks.
When the helicopter is in the permissible launch zone, the digital computer sends the in-range command to the multifunctional display. On this command the operator performs missile launch.
During missile flight, the operator keeps the fixed mark on the multifunctional display in alignment with the target and, if necessary, adjusts the position of the sight line by manipulating the guidance unit joysticks until the impact of the missile with the target.
During this process, the helicopter can maneuver in yaw within ±110 degrees with banks of up to 30 degrees.
The launch tube serves as a guide for the fired missile and also as a container for missile transportation, storage and carriage.
Carriers: Mi-24V, Mi-24P, Mi-28.