Russian Soldier Loses Control of Helicopter Machine Gun During Training, Injures Himself

A rare and dangerous incident occurred during a Russian military training exercise involving a YakB-12.7mm rotary machine gun, originally designed for use on Mil Mi-24 Hind attack helicopters. The heavy machine gun unexpectedly detached from its mount while firing, spinning uncontrollably and dragging the soldier holding it. The soldier was violently thrown beyond a nearby barrier, while the weapon continued to fire indiscriminately, forcing nearby troops to take cover.

The chaotic event was captured on video and widely circulated on social media, sparking intense discussion about the operational failure. Another soldier eventually managed to stop the spinning machine gun. Attempts to handle the overheated barrel immediately after firing were noted as dangerous. No official information has been released regarding casualties, the exact location, or the date of the incident.

Observers speculated that improper assembly or unbalanced mounting of the machine gun may have caused the uncontrollable rotation. The footage highlights serious safety concerns and procedural errors within the unit during the exercise.