FLAMINGO MISSILE

Current Context: Ukraine has recently unveiled a new long-range cruise missile named Flamingo (FP-5).

ABOUT FLAMINGO MISSILE

• Developer: Ukraine’s Fire Point Defense Company.
• Type: Long-range ground-launched cruise missile.
• Category: First indigenously produced “heavy” missile system of Ukraine.

FEATURES

• Range: 3,000 km.
• Warhead: 1,150 kg.
• Maximum Takeoff Weight: 6,000 kg.
• Wingspan: About 6 meters.
• Engine: Turbofan engine.
• Speed: Up to 900 km/h.
• Navigation: Inertial system + GPS.
• Special Ability:
  • Resistant to electronic warfare.
  • Secure GPS module with CRPA antennas.
  • Heavy weight + high terminal velocity → deeper penetration before explosion, increasing destructive power.