Which aircraft is Sukhoi 30MKK?

A specialised version of the thrust-vectoring Su-30MKI for the Russian Air Force, produced by the Irkut Corporation. NATO reporting name Flanker-H. The Su-30SM is considered a 4+ generation fighter jet.

Why is Sukhoi called Flanker?

We (the intel community) tended to think of the Sukhois as the ugly little sisters of the sexier MiGs—hence, the general surprise when an early prototype was discovered by U.S. reconnaissance satellites. Dubbed the “Flanker” by NATO, the new Sukhoi was massive—as big as or bigger than the F-15.

Does China have Sukhoi?

Su-30MKK is the first Chinese fighter jet to fully adapt radar active homing air-to-air missile, it is capable of launching R-77E missile. People’s Liberation Army Naval Air Force had 24 Su-30MK2s in service in 2010.

What are Flanker jets?

Codenamed `Flanker’ by NATO, the J-11 [Su-27] is a multi-role fighter bomber and air superiority aircraft which can also be used in the maritime strike role. The Flanker has an operational radius of around 1500 km, and is equipped with an inflight refuelling facility extending their radius by another 500 km.

Which Su-30 variant is the best?

Chinese experts reject the Indian assertations and claim that SU-30MKK is the most powerful fighter jet of the SU-30 family. The multi-role variant offers enhanced combat capabilities against aerial, ground and sea-based targets.

Why is the Su-27 so big?

In 1972, the VVS tasked the Sukhoi bureau to build the PFI, resulting in the Sukhoi Su-27, while the Mikoyan bureau got the LFI, resulting in Mikoyan MiG-29. Basically, Su-27 is to Mig-29 what F-15 is to F-16; hence the size difference.

Is SU-57 a failure?

The pilot, a civilian contracted with Sukhoi, ejected and survived, but the aircraft was a total loss. In the days that followed the crash, Russian investigators would cite a failure of the tail’s control surfaces for the incident, limiting the pilot’s ability to control the aircraft.

Does Su-35 have AESA radar?

‘Despite being marketed as 4++ gen, Su-35 has the least capable avionics suite among its competitors. It’s the only major 4th gen. aircraft without an AESA radar or any form of Sensor Fusion. ‘More importantly, Su-35’s radar has a maximum targeting range of 250 km – even for a B-52 like target.

Did Pakistan shoot down a SU-30?

The other IAF military aircraft were said to be Sukhoi Su-30MKI according to Pakistani media. However, Indian officials rejected Pakistani claims of shooting down IAF Su-30 MKI jets and said that they were an attempt by Pakistan to cover-up the loss of its F-16. However, Pakistani officials rejected India’s claim.

Is Rafale better than Sukhoi 30 MKI?

Sukhoi is much better than Rafale. The speed of su 30mki is 2.1 to 2.2 mach. And most important point is that now su 30mki has Brahmos missile. Another fact that Su30 MKI is a 4.5 gen Fighter , puts it in an entirely different class than Rafale.

When did the Sukhoi Flanker G come out?

The Sukhoi Su-30MKK ( NATO reporting name: Flanker-G) is a modification of the Su-30, incorporating advanced technology from the Su-27 M variant. Su-30MKK was developed by Sukhoi Company (JSC) in 1997, as a result of a direct Request for Tender between the Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China.

What kind of aircraft is the Sukhoi Flanker C?

The Sukhoi Su-30 ( Russian: Сухой Су-30; NATO reporting name: Flanker-C) is a twin-engine, two-seat supermaneuverable fighter aircraft developed in the Soviet Union by Russia’s Sukhoi Aviation Corporation. It is a multirole fighter for all-weather, air-to-air and air-to-surface deep interdiction missions.

Is the Sukhoi Su-30MKK still in use?

Su-30MK2 is a further improvement to Su-30MKK with upgraded avionics and maritime strike capabilities. The MKK and MK2 are currently operated by the People’s Liberation Army Air Force, Indonesian Air Force, Vietnam People’s Air Force, Venezuelan Air Force and the Uganda People’s Defence Force.

When did the Su-30MKK Strike Fighter come out?

Su-30MKK was developed by Sukhoi Company (JSC) in 1997, as a result of a direct Request for Tender between the Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China. It is a heavy class, all-weather, long-range strike fighter, and like the Su-30, comparable to the American F-15E Strike Eagle.