And they are resistant to .50 cal. But I wouldn’t call it “.50 cal proof”.
For example, a P-47 Thunderbolt would make quick work of one. As it flashes past, a few 50 cal hits might not bring it down. But in truth, everything that flies is vulnerable in some way to 50 cal.
‘And they are resistant to .50 cal. But I wouldn’t call it “.50 cal proof”.’
Maybe not in real combat scenarios, but that is the way they designed it.
From Wikipedia:
“The Mi-24 fuselage body is heavily armored and can resist impacts from 12.7 mm (0.50 in) rounds from all angles. The titanium rotor blades are also resistant to 12.7 mm rounds. The cockpit is protected by ballistic-resistant windscreens and a titanium-armored tub.”