OREANDA-NEWS  Russian President Vladimir Putin gave an assessment of the work of aviation in the framework of the special operation in Ukraine, saying that the means of destruction are good, but the pilots work flawlessly.

"Aviation is working very effectively, that's for sure - both front-line aviation and army aviation... The means of destruction are good, but the pilots also work flawlessly," Putin said, talking with one of the graduates of the higher educational institution.

The President agreed with his words that the infantry is always waiting for help from the pilots. "The infantry is always waiting for you. And, as a rule, these expectations are justified," the head of state said.