Sukhoi Su-27 "Flanker"

The Su-27 is a single-seat air superiority fighter. The plane has an integral aerodynamic layout, which permitted it to attain high values of lift/drag ratio and lift coefficient along with assuring a considerable increase in the internal fuel reserve and, hence, to do away with the drop fuel tanks. Two AL-31F afterburning bypass turbojet engines, each having a maximum thrust of 12,500 kgf, provide the plane with an excellent thrust-to-weight ratio and agility. The engine air intakes are fitted with mesh guards, preventing the ingress of foreign matter into the engines during landing and take-off. The K-36DM ejector seat allows the crew to escape in emergency irrespective of the aircraft flight altitude and speed, including when it runs on the airfield.

As an air superiority fighter, the Su-27 is meant to destroy air targets both over friendly territory and 300-400 km away from the line of contact. It can operate in ECM and air defence fire environments, in all weathers, day and night. The aircraft can also destroy ground targets with bombs and missiles.

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