Sukhoi Su 27
The Sukhoi Su-27 (NATO reporting name: Flanker) is a one-seat Mach-2 class jet fighter originally manufactured by theSoviet Union, and designed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau. It was intended as a direct competitor for the large United States fourth generation fighters, with long 3,530 km range, heavy armament, sophisticated avionics and high maneuverability. The Su-27 most often flies air superioritymissions, but is able to perform almost all combat operations. Complementing the smaller MiG-29, the Su-27's closest US counterpart is the F-15 Eagle. |
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