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Ukraine has launched serial production of a long-range cruise missile called Flamingo. The information comes from Associated Press photojournalist Efrem Lukatsky, who reported that the missile was photographed inside a workshop of the Ukrainian defense company FirePoint. For security reasons, the location of the facility has not been disclosed.
According to the information provided by the journalist, the Flamingo has an estimated range of about 3,000 kilometers, placing it among the longest-range systems developed by Ukrainian engineers. This capability would allow the Ukrainian military to strike targets well beyond the front line.
The journalist did not provide further details, but the Ukrainian company FirePoint released some specifications and shared exclusive footage of tests and live launches with ZN.UA. According to the publication, the manufacturer focused on three main aspects during development: range, warhead size, and the ability to deploy and launch quickly.
The Flamingo could become a significant asset in Ukraine’s defense efforts, as its 3,000 km range expands the reach of potential targets and increases operational flexibility. According to the developers, the warhead weighs around 1,150 kg, and the missile is reportedly resistant to electronic warfare countermeasures. It is said to travel at speeds of about 950 km/h and is estimated to cost roughly five times less than a Tomahawk missile.
The missile is launched from a compact mobile platform. To gain the initial speed and altitude required for its jet engine to engage, it uses a solid-fuel booster. This design allows it to strike targets deep behind enemy lines – areas previously out of reach for Ukrainian strike systems, including long-range drones. “This is a powerful weapon. Long-range, very powerful – and it exists,” said Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal, adding that further details will be disclosed at the appropriate time.
Reports indicate that the Flamingo has already been used against targets inside Russia, demonstrating its effectiveness. The company is now working on scaling up production to meet broader operational needs.
In recent years, Ukraine has been increasing its domestic weapons manufacturing – a challenging task under wartime conditions. Earlier this spring, President Volodymyr Zelensky stated during an award ceremony for defense industry workers that more than 40% of the weapons currently used on the front lines are produced in Ukraine.
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