The National Interest on MSN14h
The Su-27’s Legacy for the Russian Air Force
Powering the Su-27 are two Saturn AL-31F turbofan engines, each producing over 27,500 pounds of thrust with afterburners. These engines give the Flanker a top speed exceeding Mach 2.35 (around 1,550 ...
National Security Journal on MSN5h
Russia’s Tu-160 Bomber: Large, Mach 2 Fast and Now Obsolete
The Tu-160 heavy bomber is one big warbird. It has been a stalwart for Russia since the 1980s, serving first the Soviet Union ...
The National Interest on MSN15h
Why Russia’s Su-33 Naval Jet Never Took Off
Conceived at the height of the Cold War, the Su-33 was meant to challenge the U.S. Navy’s dominance. Instead, it became a niche asset in a shrinking Russian fleet.
National Security Journal on MSN9h
Saab JAS 39E Gripen Fighter Was Built to Fight Russia in a War
The Saab JAS 39E Gripen is Sweden’s modern multi-role fighter, built specifically for versatility and resilience against ...
NATO Country Hails New US Fighter Jets as 'Symbol' Amid Russia-Ukraine War
A NATO member since 2004, Bulgaria has long aimed to replace its aging fleet of Soviet-era MiG-29 aircraft. Budget ...