Sukhoi Su-27 - Wikipedia
WEBThe Sukhoi Su-27 (Russian: Сухой Су-27; NATO reporting name: Flanker) is a Soviet -origin twin-engine supersonic supermaneuverable fighter aircraft designed by Sukhoi.
Sukhoi Su-27 | History & Facts | Britannica - Encyclopedia Britannica
WEBAug 14, 2024 · Sukhoi Su-27, Russian air-superiority fighter plane, introduced into the air forces of the Soviet Union beginning in 1985 and now one of the premier fighters of Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, India, China, and Vietnam. Versions of the plane are built under license in China and India.
Su-27 Flanker Front-Line Fighter Aircraft, Russia
WEBJul 16, 2021 · Su-27, codenamed by Nato as Flanker, is a twin-engine, highly manoeuvrable fighter aircraft that provides air superiority. It was designed by Sukhoi Design Bureau and manufactured by Irkut. The export version of the aircraft is …
The Russian Jet That Fights for Both Sides | Smithsonian
WEBMar 11, 2022 · The Su-27 is Ukraine’s long arm, an offensive fighter with great range and the capacity to carry nearly 10,000 pounds of bombs, rockets, and missiles.
Sukhoi Su-27 (Flanker) - Military Factory
WEBJun 8, 2022 · Designed as a counter to the excellent American swing-wing Grumman F-14 "Tomcat" carrierborne fleet defender and the classic McDonnell Douglas F-15 "Eagle" air superiority fighter, the Soviet/Russian Sukhoi Su-27 "Flanker" became an instant classic when introduced into service during June of 1985.
Sukhoi Su-27: The Peak Of Soviet Aeronautical Design
WEBNov 18, 2023 · The Sukhoi Su-27, developed by the Soviet Union, was just one unique model of fighter jet that accomplished incredible things. The Su-27 aircraft has a long history, and continues to be...
Sky Rivals: The Su-27 Flanker’s Roar in the Cold War Skies
WEBJan 11, 2024 · Welcome to the high-octane saga of the Su-27 Flanker, a behemoth of the skies that redefined air superiority during the Cold War era. Born out of a relentless quest for dominance, the Su-27 wasn’t just another fighter jet; it was the Soviet Union’s bold answer to the American F-15.
Aircraft Museum - Su-27 'Flanker' - Aerospaceweb.org
WEBMar 24, 2011 · Marking a major improvement in the quality of Soviet fighters, the Su-27 is a long-range air superiority fighter comparable to the US F-15 in size and mission. The Su-27 is equipped with an analog fly-by-wire control system, a powerful pulse-Doppler radar, and up to ten air-to-air missiles giving it a potent look-down shoot-down capability. The ...
Sukhoi Su-27 “Flanker” - Aero Corner
WEBThe Sukhoi Su-27 is a Russian fighter aircraft, designed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau. The Su-27 was an air superiority fighter for its time and still remains one of the most successful fighters in aviation history. It is also one of the fastest jets to ever fly!
Su-27 Flanker: The Unforgettable Russian Fighter Jet
WEBDec 18, 2023 · Su-27 Flanker: The Unforgettable Russian Fighter Jet. Like many Soviet-era weapons and aircraft being deployed in Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, the Su-27 fighter platform is being...