Ukraine's 39th Tactical Aviation Brigade Commander Killed in East
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- •Oleksandr Dovhach led the 39th Tactical Aviation Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
- •Dovhach was killed in action in eastern Ukraine as reported on March 9, 2026.
- •The 159th Brigade command has not revealed the cause of Dovhach's death as of March 12, 2026.
- •Dovhach was recognized for taking on the most dangerous missions during the conflict.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Ukraine appoints a new commander quickly the 39th Tactical Aviation Brigade may maintain operational effectiveness in eastern Ukraine.
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RURIA Novosti (RU)Командование 159-й бригады ВСУ скрывает причину гибели солдатаRURBC (RU)На Украине сообщили о гибели одного из комбригов тактической авиации ВСУREGIONALKyiv Independent'He took on the most risky tasks' — Ukraine's 39th Tactical Aviation Brigade commander killed in actionREGIONALUkrainska Pravda (EN)Tactical aviation brigade commander Oleksandr Dovhach killed in action in Ukraine's east