SUKHOI Su 27: Flying High with Magnificent Speed and Miraculous Maneuvers
InDepth Review: The Power of the Sukhoi Su27 Fighter The Sukhoi Su27 fighter is one of the iconic aircraft that form the backbone of the Russian Air Force. Designed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau in the late 1970s, the Su27 is known for its outstanding air superiority performance and impressive maneuverability. With a length of about 21. 9 meters and a wingspan of about 14. 7 meters, the Su27 has an aerodynamic and efficient design to travel at incredible speeds. It has the ability to reach speeds in excess of Mach 2 or about 2, 500 km, h, making it one of the fastest fighters in Russia s inventory. The Gforces that the Su27 can withstand reach up to 9 Gs, allowing it to perform aggressive maneuvers that are indispensable in aerial combat. A key feature of the Su27 is its engine thrust vectoring system, which gives it exceptional maneuverability, allowing it to perform highly complex and rapid movements. It is capable of carrying a wide array of airtoair and air
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