Modern aircrafts are really technologically advanced, the best European jet fighter so far is Russian MiG-35. The
Mikoyan MiG-35 (Russian:
Микоян МиГ-35, NATO reporting name:
Fulcrum-F) is a further development of the MiG technology. It is classified as a 4++ generation jet fighter.
The first prototype was a modification of the aircraft that previously
served as MiG-29M2 model demonstrator. 10 prototypes have been built so
far and are currently subject to extensive field trials.
The MiG-35 is now classed as a medium-weight aircraft because its
maximum take-off weight has increased by 30 percent, exceeding its
previous criteria of classification.
MiG Corporation first officially presented the MiG-35 internationally during the Aero India 2007 air show. The MiG-35 was officially unveiled when the Russian Minister of
Defence, Sergey Ivanov, visited Lukhovitsky Machine Building Plant
"MAPO-MIG".
The single seat version is designated MiG-35 and the two-seat version
is MiG-35D. The fighter has vastly improved avionics and weapon systems,
notably the new AESA radar.
Future of Russian Air Force
Fully armed
Russia has great planes!
OdpowiedzUsuńAsking just out of curiosity - how much would cost purchasing one, fully armed and equipped, brand-new MiG - 35?
OdpowiedzUsuńHow does it stand when compared to standard NATO issued aircraft, what are the cons of this hardware. Wouldn't mind reading a bit more of your opinions, but awesome blog anyway!