The FP-5 "Flamingo" is a Ukrainian ground-launched cruise missile developed by the defense firm Fire Point. It was first revealed on August 18, 2025, and has seen active use during the Russo-Ukrainian War.Key Characteristics
Role: Ground-launched cruise missile designed for long-range strikes.
Warhead: It carries a substantial 1,150 kg (approximately 2,540 lb) warhead, which is significantly heavier than many conventional cruise missiles.
Range: The missile has a reported operational range of up to 3,000 km (about 1,900 miles), enabling it to reach deep into Russian territory.
Design & Construction:
It features a fixed straight-wing design with a turbofan engine (the Ivchenko AI-25) mounted above the fuselage.
The structure is primarily composed of radar-transparent, filament-wound composite materials.
Experts suggest the design emphasizes "availability and effectiveness" over complex stealth or advanced guidance systems, opting for jamming-resistant satellite navigation (GNSS) to keep production costs low and output high.
Performance: It travels at speeds around 850–900 km/h with a claimed circular error probable (CEP) of 14 meters.
Operational Context
The Flamingo is notable for its role in Ukraine's independent defense production efforts. By developing it domestically, Ukraine has gained the ability to conduct long-range strikes against key Russian military-industrial infrastructure—such as the Votkinsk plant (producer of Iskander missiles) and the Titan-Barrikady facility—without being constrained by the political or legal limitations often associated with using Western-supplied weapons for deep-strike operations.
While the missile's large size and lack of stealth features make it vulnerable to interception, the sheer volume of production (with goals reaching hundreds of units per month) and the effectiveness of combined strike strategies have made it a significant factor in the conflict. Recent reports from June 2026 indicate continued successful employment of the FP-5 against high-value targets.
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