Kathrine Frich
The idea to send a bike by drone was completely new.
The idea to send a bike by drone was completely new.
Alone Behind Enemy Lines
A Ukrainian soldier was left isolated after a Russian assault killed three of his comrades.
Trapped and completely surrounded, he managed to radio his unit with his position, hoping for a way out.
With rescue nearly impossible, his team faced a critical decision: leave him or find a creative way to save him.
A Plan Born of Desperation
Knowing a ground rescue would be too dangerous, the soldier’s brigade came up with a surprising solution.
They would deliver an electric bike using a drone.
It was fast, quiet, and just might work. The team hoped the soldier could ride his way to safety, dodging Russian patrols.
Drone Delivery in the Heat of War
The drone flew over enemy territory carrying the bike. It dropped the delivery close to the stranded soldier. “Tankist,” as he was known by his unit, jumped on.
He rode, guided by his comrades over the radio. “Stay right! Keep to the road!” they shouted.
A Final Stand With One Grenade
Before escaping fully, the soldier had to face one last threat. A Russian drone closed in, and all he had was a single grenade.
He threw it, hitting the target.
The explosion took out the drone and a Russian soldier nearby. His weapon had jammed, but he wasn’t out of the fight.
No Ammo, No Gun, Still Fighting
Tankist later recalled the moment: “My gun jammed. I had no ammo. Just one grenade.”
He had already informed his unit that his comrades were dead. Still, he held the line until he could run.
The escape wasn’t just lucky, it was built on quick thinking and pure willpower.
A Soldier’s Will and a Bike’s Speed
Brigade leaders admitted they had never done anything like this before.
The idea to send a bike by drone was completely new. But in this case, it worked.
The team’s fast thinking and Tankist’s bravery helped turn a doomed situation into an unforgettable escape.
