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Most fighters fly using their wings. The Su-30SM can fly using its engines. The Sukhoi Su-30SM is one of the few operational multirole fighters equipped with thrust-vectoring technology, giving it extraordinary maneuverability beyond that of conventional fourth-generation aircraft. Powered by two Saturn AL-31FP afterburning turbofan engines, its 2D thrust-vectoring... nozzles can deflect up to +15 degrees, redirecting thrust independently of the aircraft's control surfaces. Combined with digital fly-by-wire controls and aerodynamic canards, the Su-30SM can maintain control at extremely high angles of attack where many aircraft would stall, enabling spectacular maneuvers such as the Pugachev's Cobra, Kulbit, Herbst Maneuver, and dramatic high-alpha turns. Unlike airshow-only demonstrations, thrust vectoring on the Su-30SM was designed with combat capability in mind. The system enhances low-speed agility, improves recovery from unusual attitudes, and allows the aircraft to rapidly point its nose during close-range engagements while carrying combat loads. Whether admired as a masterpiece of engineering or debated for its practical value in modern air combat, the Su-30SM remains one of the most visually impressive fighters in the world.show more

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The Sukhoi Su-30SM is one of the few operational multirole fighters equipped with thrust-vectoring technology, giving it exceptional maneuverability far beyond conventional fourth-generation fighters. Powered by two Saturn AL-31FP afterburning turbofan engines, the Su-30SM features 2D thrust-vectoring nozzles that can deflect up to ±15 degrees. Unlike standard jet engines, these movable nozzles redirect engine thrust during flight, allowing the aircraft to maintain control even at extremely high angles of attack where traditional control surfaces become less effective. Working together with its digital fly-by-wire flight control system and aerodynamic canards, thrust vectoring enables the Su-30SM to perform dramatic post-stall maneuvers such as the Pugachev's Cobra, Kulbit, Herbst Maneuver, and high-alpha turns. These maneuvers can provide a tactical advantage during close-range dogfights by rapidly changing the aircraft's nose position without relying solely on aerodynamic lift. Unlike dedicated airshow demonstrations, the Su-30SM's thrust-vectoring system was designed for real combat applications, improving agility, controllability at low speeds, and recovery from extreme flight attitudes while carrying combat payloads.

The Sukhoi Su-30SM is one of the few operational multirole fighters equipped with thrust-vectoring technology, giving it exceptional maneuverability far beyond conventional fourth-generation fighters. Powered by two Saturn AL-31FP afterburning turbofan engines, the Su-30SM features 2D thrust-vectoring nozzles that can deflect up to ±15 degrees. Unlike standard jet engines, these movable nozzles redirect engine thrust during flight, allowing the aircraft to maintain control even at extremely high angles of attack where traditional control surfaces become less effective. Working together with its digital fly-by-wire flight control system and aerodynamic canards, thrust vectoring enables the Su-30SM to perform dramatic post-stall maneuvers such as the Pugachev's Cobra, Kulbit, Herbst Maneuver, and high-alpha turns. These maneuvers can provide a tactical advantage during close-range dogfights by rapidly changing the aircraft's nose position without relying solely on aerodynamic lift. Unlike dedicated airshow demonstrations, the Su-30SM's thrust-vectoring system was designed for real combat applications, improving agility, controllability at low speeds, and recovery from extreme flight attitudes while carrying combat payloads.

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The F-22 Raptor is widely regarded as the most advanced air superiority fighter ever built, and its thrust vectoring is a huge part of what makes it so insanely dominant. The F-22's two Pratt & Whitney F119 engines have 2D thrust-vectoring nozzles that can pivot up and down by about ±20 degrees. This lets the pilot redirect the engine thrust almost instantly. The F-22’s thrust vectoring turns an already stealthy, fast, and powerful fighter into a maneuvering monster that can do things no other operational fighter can match in close combat. That’s why it’s widely regarded as the greatest air superiority fighter in history.

The F-22 Raptor is widely regarded as the most advanced air superiority fighter ever built, and its thrust vectoring is a huge part of what makes it so insanely dominant. The F-22's two Pratt & Whitney F119 engines have 2D thrust-vectoring nozzles that can pivot up and down by about ±20 degrees. This lets the pilot redirect the engine thrust almost instantly. The F-22’s thrust vectoring turns an already stealthy, fast, and powerful fighter into a maneuvering monster that can do things no other operational fighter can match in close combat. That’s why it’s widely regarded as the greatest air superiority fighter in history.

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JUST IN: 🇷🇺🇺🇦 Russia’s Su-34 Fleet Has Taken The Biggest Hit Russia has lost more Su-34 fighternbombers than any other modern Russian fighter type since the full scale invasion of Ukraine began. 40+ Su-34s visually confirmed lost, more than the documented losses of Su-30SM and Su-35S fighters. The Su-34 has been heavily used for frontline strike missions. The Su-34 was designed as one of Russia’s premier strike aircraft. Its high number of losses makes it one of the most heavily attrited modern Russian combat jets of the war.

JUST IN: 🇷🇺🇺🇦 Russia’s Su-34 Fleet Has Taken The Biggest Hit Russia has lost more Su-34 fighternbombers than any other modern Russian fighter type since the full scale invasion of Ukraine began. 40+ Su-34s visually confirmed lost, more than the documented losses of Su-30SM and Su-35S fighters. The Su-34 has been heavily used for frontline strike missions. The Su-34 was designed as one of Russia’s premier strike aircraft. Its high number of losses makes it one of the most heavily attrited modern Russian combat jets of the war.

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For almost the entire history of fighter aviation, one rule remained unchanged, Avoid the stall. At extreme angles of attack, airflow separates from the wings and control surfaces lose effectiveness. The aircraft enters a region where pilots have very little authority or control over the aircraft. NASA decided to ask a different question, What if a fighter could remain controllable after entering the stall? Between 1987 and 1996, NASA, the USA Navy and McDonnell Douglas transformed a pre-production FA -18 Hornet into the High Alpha Research Vehicle (HARV) a flying laboratory designed to explore flight beyond conventional aerodynamic limits. The solution was unlike anything seen on an operational fighter at the time across the world. Instead of relying only on aerodynamic control surfaces, engineers installed six thrust-vectoring paddles around the exhaust of two General Electric F404 engines. These massive control surfaces redirected engine thrust itself, allowing the aircraft to manoeuvre when normal controls were becoming ineffective. But making it work required solving an extreme materials challenge. The paddles sat directly in the engine exhaust stream, exposed to enormous temperatures and mechanical forces. They were built using Inconel, a nickel-based superalloy designed to maintain strength in extreme heat. Special actuation systems had to move these structures precisely while surviving repeated high-temperature operation, all were purpose built. The modification added around 2,200 lb (1,000 kg) of thrust-vectoring hardware alone, turning the F/A-18 into one of the most heavily instrumented research aircraft of its era. HARV completed 385 research flights in Area 51, demonstrating controlled flight at around 70° angle of attack, a regime where conventional fighters would normally lose control. The data collected helped shape the future of advanced fighter design, influencing later programs including the F-22 Raptor, where thrust-vectoring became an operational capability. HARV was built as a research aircraft with a clear combat purpose, to understand how far fighter manoeuvrability could be pushed. What followed next was full scale implementation on F-22 Raptor which to this day is considered the most potent stealth fighter aircraft ever designed and built at scale. Source :- NASA

For almost the entire history of fighter aviation, one rule remained unchanged, Avoid the stall. At extreme angles of attack, airflow separates from the wings and control surfaces lose effectiveness. The aircraft enters a region where pilots have very little authority or control over the aircraft. NASA decided to ask a different question, What if a fighter could remain controllable after entering the stall? Between 1987 and 1996, NASA, the USA Navy and McDonnell Douglas transformed a pre-production FA -18 Hornet into the High Alpha Research Vehicle (HARV) a flying laboratory designed to explore flight beyond conventional aerodynamic limits. The solution was unlike anything seen on an operational fighter at the time across the world. Instead of relying only on aerodynamic control surfaces, engineers installed six thrust-vectoring paddles around the exhaust of two General Electric F404 engines. These massive control surfaces redirected engine thrust itself, allowing the aircraft to manoeuvre when normal controls were becoming ineffective. But making it work required solving an extreme materials challenge. The paddles sat directly in the engine exhaust stream, exposed to enormous temperatures and mechanical forces. They were built using Inconel, a nickel-based superalloy designed to maintain strength in extreme heat. Special actuation systems had to move these structures precisely while surviving repeated high-temperature operation, all were purpose built. The modification added around 2,200 lb (1,000 kg) of thrust-vectoring hardware alone, turning the F/A-18 into one of the most heavily instrumented research aircraft of its era. HARV completed 385 research flights in Area 51, demonstrating controlled flight at around 70° angle of attack, a regime where conventional fighters would normally lose control. The data collected helped shape the future of advanced fighter design, influencing later programs including the F-22 Raptor, where thrust-vectoring became an operational capability. HARV was built as a research aircraft with a clear combat purpose, to understand how far fighter manoeuvrability could be pushed. What followed next was full scale implementation on F-22 Raptor which to this day is considered the most potent stealth fighter aircraft ever designed and built at scale. Source :- NASA

Ammanichanda

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Russian fighter jets, renowned for their engineering prowess and combat effectiveness, stand as a testament to the nation’s storied aerospace legacy. Models like the Sukhoi Su-57, MiG-35, and Su-35S exemplify a blend of cutting-edge technology, raw power, and battlefield versatility, often regarded as some of the finest in the world. Their majesty lies not only in their sleek, aerodynamic designs but also in their ability to dominate the skies through superior performance, advanced systems, and adaptability to modern warfare. The Sukhoi Su-57, Russia’s fifth-generation stealth fighter, is a pinnacle of innovation. Its angular design minimizes radar cross-section, while supercruise capability allows sustained supersonic flight without afterburners, conserving fuel and extending range. Equipped with advanced avionics, including AI-driven systems and 360-degree sensor fusion, the Su-57 can detect and engage targets with precision, even in contested environments. Its thrust-vectoring engines enable unmatched maneuverability, allowing it to perform complex aerobatic maneuvers like the Pugachev Cobra, showcasing agility that outclasses many Western counterparts. The Su-35S, a 4.5-generation multirole fighter, is another jewel in Russia’s crown. Powered by AL-41F1S engines, it boasts exceptional speed (Mach 2.25) and a combat radius exceeding 1,500 kilometers. Its Irbis-E radar can track up to 30 targets simultaneously, while its weapon suite, including long-range air-to-air missiles and precision-guided munitions, ensures dominance in both air superiority and ground-attack roles. The jet’s robust airframe and electronic countermeasures make it resilient against modern threats, earning it respect in global exercises and conflicts. The MiG-35, an evolution of the legendary MiG-29, combines affordability with lethality. Its lightweight design, coupled with RD-33MK engines, delivers a thrust-to-weight ratio that rivals heavier fighters. Advanced optronics and helmet-mounted displays enhance pilot situational awareness, while its compatibility with a wide array of munitions makes it a versatile platform for diverse missions.Russian jets excel due to their design philosophy: ruggedness, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability. Unlike some Western fighters, which rely heavily on stealth, Russian aircraft prioritize maneuverability and firepower, allowing them to engage in dogfights or long-range strikes with equal proficiency. Their ability to operate from austere airfields and withstand harsh conditions further enhances their global appeal. Exported to nations like India, China, and Vietnam, these jets have proven their reliability in varied climates and combat scenarios, cementing Russia’s reputation for building some of the world’s most formidable fighter aircraft. Their blend of innovation, power, and combat-proven performance makes them a majestic force in the skies.

Russian fighter jets, renowned for their engineering prowess and combat effectiveness, stand as a testament to the nation’s storied aerospace legacy. Models like the Sukhoi Su-57, MiG-35, and Su-35S exemplify a blend of cutting-edge technology, raw power, and battlefield versatility, often regarded as some of the finest in the world. Their majesty lies not only in their sleek, aerodynamic designs but also in their ability to dominate the skies through superior performance, advanced systems, and adaptability to modern warfare. The Sukhoi Su-57, Russia’s fifth-generation stealth fighter, is a pinnacle of innovation. Its angular design minimizes radar cross-section, while supercruise capability allows sustained supersonic flight without afterburners, conserving fuel and extending range. Equipped with advanced avionics, including AI-driven systems and 360-degree sensor fusion, the Su-57 can detect and engage targets with precision, even in contested environments. Its thrust-vectoring engines enable unmatched maneuverability, allowing it to perform complex aerobatic maneuvers like the Pugachev Cobra, showcasing agility that outclasses many Western counterparts. The Su-35S, a 4.5-generation multirole fighter, is another jewel in Russia’s crown. Powered by AL-41F1S engines, it boasts exceptional speed (Mach 2.25) and a combat radius exceeding 1,500 kilometers. Its Irbis-E radar can track up to 30 targets simultaneously, while its weapon suite, including long-range air-to-air missiles and precision-guided munitions, ensures dominance in both air superiority and ground-attack roles. The jet’s robust airframe and electronic countermeasures make it resilient against modern threats, earning it respect in global exercises and conflicts. The MiG-35, an evolution of the legendary MiG-29, combines affordability with lethality. Its lightweight design, coupled with RD-33MK engines, delivers a thrust-to-weight ratio that rivals heavier fighters. Advanced optronics and helmet-mounted displays enhance pilot situational awareness, while its compatibility with a wide array of munitions makes it a versatile platform for diverse missions.Russian jets excel due to their design philosophy: ruggedness, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability. Unlike some Western fighters, which rely heavily on stealth, Russian aircraft prioritize maneuverability and firepower, allowing them to engage in dogfights or long-range strikes with equal proficiency. Their ability to operate from austere airfields and withstand harsh conditions further enhances their global appeal. Exported to nations like India, China, and Vietnam, these jets have proven their reliability in varied climates and combat scenarios, cementing Russia’s reputation for building some of the world’s most formidable fighter aircraft. Their blend of innovation, power, and combat-proven performance makes them a majestic force in the skies.

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53,160 views • 10 months ago

🚨People watching this think it looks fake… It isn’t. That is a real F-22 Raptor performing an unrestricted climb. This maneuver is something only a handful of aircraft on Earth can do. When the pilot rotates and goes straight up like that, the aircraft is converting pure engine thrust into vertical climb. The reason it can do it comes down to the engines. The F-22 is powered by two Pratt & Whitney F119-PW-100 turbofan engines. Each engine produces about 35,000 pounds of thrust with afterburner. Combined thrust: About 70,000 pounds. Now compare that to the aircraft’s weight. Typical combat weight: ≈ 64,000 pounds That means the Raptor has a thrust-to-weight ratio greater than 1:1. In simple terms… The engines produce more thrust than the aircraft weighs. That allows the jet to accelerate vertically. And it gets even crazier. The engines use two-dimensional thrust-vectoring nozzles, allowing the exhaust to tilt up and down to maintain control even when airflow over the wings is minimal. Top speed ≈ Mach 2.25 (about 1,700 mph) Supercruise ≈ Mach 1.5 without afterburners Service ceiling ≈ 65,000 feet Only about 183 operational F-22s were ever built. Which means when you see a Raptor do this climb… You’re watching one of the most advanced air-dominance fighters ever created. #SilentMajoritySpeaks #AStoneGroove

🚨People watching this think it looks fake… It isn’t. That is a real F-22 Raptor performing an unrestricted climb. This maneuver is something only a handful of aircraft on Earth can do. When the pilot rotates and goes straight up like that, the aircraft is converting pure engine thrust into vertical climb. The reason it can do it comes down to the engines. The F-22 is powered by two Pratt & Whitney F119-PW-100 turbofan engines. Each engine produces about 35,000 pounds of thrust with afterburner. Combined thrust: About 70,000 pounds. Now compare that to the aircraft’s weight. Typical combat weight: ≈ 64,000 pounds That means the Raptor has a thrust-to-weight ratio greater than 1:1. In simple terms… The engines produce more thrust than the aircraft weighs. That allows the jet to accelerate vertically. And it gets even crazier. The engines use two-dimensional thrust-vectoring nozzles, allowing the exhaust to tilt up and down to maintain control even when airflow over the wings is minimal. Top speed ≈ Mach 2.25 (about 1,700 mph) Supercruise ≈ Mach 1.5 without afterburners Service ceiling ≈ 65,000 feet Only about 183 operational F-22s were ever built. Which means when you see a Raptor do this climb… You’re watching one of the most advanced air-dominance fighters ever created. #SilentMajoritySpeaks #AStoneGroove

A Gene Robinson

1,277,222 views • 5 months ago

🚨🇷🇺 NATO’S WORST NIGHTMARE: RUSSIA’S SU-57 BECOMES MOTHERSHIP FOR STEALTH DRONES Russia is transforming its Su-57 fifth-generation fighter into an airborne mothership capable of launching an entire family of high-speed stealth drones. The new unmanned platforms will make their world debut alongside the export Su-57E at Egypt’s El Alamein International Airshow on September 8–10. 🔸 Rostec says the drones combine low observability, long range and high speed. Different airframes and wing configurations will allow the Su-57 to carry unmanned platforms tailored to a wide range of combat missions. 🔸 Instead of entering the most heavily defended airspace itself, the fighter could release drones ahead of the front line to search for targets, expose enemy radars, transmit targeting data, disrupt communications and launch attacks. 🔸 A United Aircraft Corporation patent has already revealed one possible component of this system: a jet-powered expendable drone with folding wings and tail surfaces designed for carriage inside a combat aircraft. 🔸 Once launched, the drone can independently navigate toward the target area, search for and recognize potential targets, transmit live imagery and attack either autonomously or under external control. 🔸 Internal carriage allows the Su-57 to preserve its stealth and aerodynamic performance until launch. The fighter can approach without radar-reflecting weapons under its wings before releasing smaller low-observable aircraft closer to enemy territory. 🔸 Russia has also developed the concept of launching several mini-drones from one Su-57 and controlling them as a group. Reconnaissance, electronic-warfare and strike drones could work together, forcing enemy air defenses to detect and track multiple threats arriving from different directions. The result is far more dangerous than simply adding another weapon to the Su-57. NATO air defenses would no longer face one manned fighter carrying a conventional missile load, but a distributed strike network capable of sending stealthy sensors, jammers and weapons forward while the pilot remains farther from danger. The Su-57 was built as a stealth fighter. Russia is now pushing it toward a sixth-generation role as an airborne command platform and mothership for unmanned combat aircraft. Could Su-57-launched stealth drones overwhelm NATO air defenses?

🚨🇷🇺 NATO’S WORST NIGHTMARE: RUSSIA’S SU-57 BECOMES MOTHERSHIP FOR STEALTH DRONES Russia is transforming its Su-57 fifth-generation fighter into an airborne mothership capable of launching an entire family of high-speed stealth drones. The new unmanned platforms will make their world debut alongside the export Su-57E at Egypt’s El Alamein International Airshow on September 8–10. 🔸 Rostec says the drones combine low observability, long range and high speed. Different airframes and wing configurations will allow the Su-57 to carry unmanned platforms tailored to a wide range of combat missions. 🔸 Instead of entering the most heavily defended airspace itself, the fighter could release drones ahead of the front line to search for targets, expose enemy radars, transmit targeting data, disrupt communications and launch attacks. 🔸 A United Aircraft Corporation patent has already revealed one possible component of this system: a jet-powered expendable drone with folding wings and tail surfaces designed for carriage inside a combat aircraft. 🔸 Once launched, the drone can independently navigate toward the target area, search for and recognize potential targets, transmit live imagery and attack either autonomously or under external control. 🔸 Internal carriage allows the Su-57 to preserve its stealth and aerodynamic performance until launch. The fighter can approach without radar-reflecting weapons under its wings before releasing smaller low-observable aircraft closer to enemy territory. 🔸 Russia has also developed the concept of launching several mini-drones from one Su-57 and controlling them as a group. Reconnaissance, electronic-warfare and strike drones could work together, forcing enemy air defenses to detect and track multiple threats arriving from different directions. The result is far more dangerous than simply adding another weapon to the Su-57. NATO air defenses would no longer face one manned fighter carrying a conventional missile load, but a distributed strike network capable of sending stealthy sensors, jammers and weapons forward while the pilot remains farther from danger. The Su-57 was built as a stealth fighter. Russia is now pushing it toward a sixth-generation role as an airborne command platform and mothership for unmanned combat aircraft. Could Su-57-launched stealth drones overwhelm NATO air defenses?

NewRulesGeopolitics

67,880 views • 5 days ago

🚨🔥 Massive engines. Blazing afterburners. Nearly Mach 3. This is the MiG-31 Foxhound unleashed. Watch the Foxhound ignite its twin Soloviev D-30F6 afterburning turbofans, each producing a colossal 34,000 lbf (152 kN) of thrust. The result? A deafening wall of fire and nearly 68,000 pounds of combined thrust hurling one of the world's fastest interceptors down the runway. Built to hunt bombers, cruise missiles, and high-speed reconnaissance aircraft, the MiG-31 can reach an astonishing Mach 2.83 (≈3,000 km/h / 1,860 mph), covering 1 kilometer every 1.2 seconds and remaining the fastest operational combat aircraft in service. Behind its shark-like nose sits the powerful Zaslon phased-array radar, capable of detecting targets more than 200 km away while guiding long-range missiles such as the R-37M. When those afterburners light, you're not just watching a takeoff, you're witnessing one of the most powerful interceptors ever built unleash nearly 68,000 pounds of raw thrust. 🔥✈️

🚨🔥 Massive engines. Blazing afterburners. Nearly Mach 3. This is the MiG-31 Foxhound unleashed. Watch the Foxhound ignite its twin Soloviev D-30F6 afterburning turbofans, each producing a colossal 34,000 lbf (152 kN) of thrust. The result? A deafening wall of fire and nearly 68,000 pounds of combined thrust hurling one of the world's fastest interceptors down the runway. Built to hunt bombers, cruise missiles, and high-speed reconnaissance aircraft, the MiG-31 can reach an astonishing Mach 2.83 (≈3,000 km/h / 1,860 mph), covering 1 kilometer every 1.2 seconds and remaining the fastest operational combat aircraft in service. Behind its shark-like nose sits the powerful Zaslon phased-array radar, capable of detecting targets more than 200 km away while guiding long-range missiles such as the R-37M. When those afterburners light, you're not just watching a takeoff, you're witnessing one of the most powerful interceptors ever built unleash nearly 68,000 pounds of raw thrust. 🔥✈️

Airforce Geek

77,096 views • 1 month ago

US Military capability: The F-22 Raptor is the reason most countries don’t even try to challenge U.S. air dominance. It can fly supersonic without afterburners. That means it can cruise faster than the speed of sound without lighting giant fireballs behind the engines like most jets. Less heat. Less visibility. Much harder to detect. Add stealth shaping, internal weapons bays, and radar that can see enemy aircraft long before they even know it’s there. Pilots call it the advantage of first look, first shot, first kill. Top speed is over Mach 2. It can fight above 60,000 feet and maneuver using thrust-vectoring engines that let it turn in ways most fighters simply can’t. There’s a reason the United States never exported the F-22. Some advantages you keep to yourself.

US Military capability: The F-22 Raptor is the reason most countries don’t even try to challenge U.S. air dominance. It can fly supersonic without afterburners. That means it can cruise faster than the speed of sound without lighting giant fireballs behind the engines like most jets. Less heat. Less visibility. Much harder to detect. Add stealth shaping, internal weapons bays, and radar that can see enemy aircraft long before they even know it’s there. Pilots call it the advantage of first look, first shot, first kill. Top speed is over Mach 2. It can fight above 60,000 feet and maneuver using thrust-vectoring engines that let it turn in ways most fighters simply can’t. There’s a reason the United States never exported the F-22. Some advantages you keep to yourself.

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806,546 views • 6 months ago

MIG31 Engines The MiG-31 was a monster in its era. The two Soloviev D-30F6 reached around 3,000 km/h (Mach 2.83). No other aircraft came close in terms of power. It was far superior to everything that existed at the time, such as the F-14 Tomcat and F-15 Eagle, and compared to the Tornado it had roughly double the thrust. Only with the arrival of the F-22 did the West finally field something slightly superior to the MiG. Even when compared to modern fighters today, this beast still demonstrates its power, with roughly double the thrust of the Rafale and nearly 40% more than the F/A-18.

MIG31 Engines The MiG-31 was a monster in its era. The two Soloviev D-30F6 reached around 3,000 km/h (Mach 2.83). No other aircraft came close in terms of power. It was far superior to everything that existed at the time, such as the F-14 Tomcat and F-15 Eagle, and compared to the Tornado it had roughly double the thrust. Only with the arrival of the F-22 did the West finally field something slightly superior to the MiG. Even when compared to modern fighters today, this beast still demonstrates its power, with roughly double the thrust of the Rafale and nearly 40% more than the F/A-18.

Patricia Marins

170,639 views • 7 months ago

🚨WHOA!!! Gravity Just Got Outmatched… Watch a C-17 Drop Out of the Sky Using Reverse Thrust Most people think giant cargo aircraft descend slowly in wide lazy circles. Not the American 🇺🇸 C-17. What you’re seeing in this footage is one of the most aggressive controlled descents ever engineered into a military aircraft. The C-17 Globemaster can actually deploy thrust reversers while still in the air… something almost no other jet transport can safely do. When those massive engines flip into reverse thrust, the physics of the aircraft changes instantly. Instead of the engines pushing the aircraft forward… they begin fighting the forward motion of the airplane. The result is dramatic. The aircraft can transition from flying nearly parallel to the horizon… to a steep nose-down descent that looks almost perpendicular compared to the Earth below. Pilots can drop altitude incredibly fast… going from high cruising altitude to landing approach in just a couple minutes. Why does this matter? Because the C-17 was built for battlefield logistics. It was designed to fly into dangerous airspace, descend rapidly to avoid threats, land on short or rough runways, unload equipment or troops, and get back into the air before anyone has time to react. That rapid descent capability allows the aircraft to minimize time exposed to enemy radar or missile threats. The moment the thrust reversers are disengaged, the aircraft stabilizes instantly and transitions back into normal controlled flight for landing. It’s a perfect example of American aerospace engineering. Four massive turbofan engines… flight computers… and aerodynamics working together to make a 585,000-pound aircraft move like a precision instrument in the sky. For people who have never seen reverse thrust used mid-air before… this footage is a rare look at how military airlift aircraft operate when seconds matter. It’s one of the coolest demonstrations of aviation physics you’ll ever see. #SilentMajoritySpeaks #AStoneGroove

🚨WHOA!!! Gravity Just Got Outmatched… Watch a C-17 Drop Out of the Sky Using Reverse Thrust Most people think giant cargo aircraft descend slowly in wide lazy circles. Not the American 🇺🇸 C-17. What you’re seeing in this footage is one of the most aggressive controlled descents ever engineered into a military aircraft. The C-17 Globemaster can actually deploy thrust reversers while still in the air… something almost no other jet transport can safely do. When those massive engines flip into reverse thrust, the physics of the aircraft changes instantly. Instead of the engines pushing the aircraft forward… they begin fighting the forward motion of the airplane. The result is dramatic. The aircraft can transition from flying nearly parallel to the horizon… to a steep nose-down descent that looks almost perpendicular compared to the Earth below. Pilots can drop altitude incredibly fast… going from high cruising altitude to landing approach in just a couple minutes. Why does this matter? Because the C-17 was built for battlefield logistics. It was designed to fly into dangerous airspace, descend rapidly to avoid threats, land on short or rough runways, unload equipment or troops, and get back into the air before anyone has time to react. That rapid descent capability allows the aircraft to minimize time exposed to enemy radar or missile threats. The moment the thrust reversers are disengaged, the aircraft stabilizes instantly and transitions back into normal controlled flight for landing. It’s a perfect example of American aerospace engineering. Four massive turbofan engines… flight computers… and aerodynamics working together to make a 585,000-pound aircraft move like a precision instrument in the sky. For people who have never seen reverse thrust used mid-air before… this footage is a rare look at how military airlift aircraft operate when seconds matter. It’s one of the coolest demonstrations of aviation physics you’ll ever see. #SilentMajoritySpeaks #AStoneGroove

A Gene Robinson

1,045,647 views • 6 months ago

🔥 Latest Su-57 engine enables extreme combat maneuverability At Aero India, Russian test pilot Sergei Bogdan demonstrated the Su-57’s capabilities with a breathtaking aerobatic routine — including maneuvers bringing the aircraft to zero airspeed at just 600 meters, the press service of Russia’s Rostec state corporation said. 🔶 This mode is considered one of the most demanding, as the engine heats up internally to 2,000 °C 🔶 This is a critical test at the limit of thermal extremes, which the domestically made Su-57 engine – developed by Rostec’s United Aircraft Corporation - successfully withstands thanks to the high reliability of its design 🔶 Performing such maneuvers at low altitudes is not merely entertainment for the audience, but a direct demonstration of the Su-57’s combat capability

🔥 Latest Su-57 engine enables extreme combat maneuverability At Aero India, Russian test pilot Sergei Bogdan demonstrated the Su-57’s capabilities with a breathtaking aerobatic routine — including maneuvers bringing the aircraft to zero airspeed at just 600 meters, the press service of Russia’s Rostec state corporation said. 🔶 This mode is considered one of the most demanding, as the engine heats up internally to 2,000 °C 🔶 This is a critical test at the limit of thermal extremes, which the domestically made Su-57 engine – developed by Rostec’s United Aircraft Corporation - successfully withstands thanks to the high reliability of its design 🔶 Performing such maneuvers at low altitudes is not merely entertainment for the audience, but a direct demonstration of the Su-57’s combat capability

Sputnik

43,367 views • 8 days ago

I found a rare interview of then Wing Commander A. K. Bharti, Commanding Officer of No. 30 Squadron "Rhinos" at Lohegaon AFS, Pune, flying the Su-30MKI. He explains how thrust vector control gives the Su-30MKI a decisive edge in air combat, why it remains one of the IAF's most capable fighters, and the role of maneuverability in modern aerial warfare. Years later, as Air Marshal A. K. Bharti, Director General of Air Operations, he played a key leadership role during Operation Sindoor. Today, he retires from the Indian Air Force. Thank you for your decades of service and leadership, Sir.

I found a rare interview of then Wing Commander A. K. Bharti, Commanding Officer of No. 30 Squadron "Rhinos" at Lohegaon AFS, Pune, flying the Su-30MKI. He explains how thrust vector control gives the Su-30MKI a decisive edge in air combat, why it remains one of the IAF's most capable fighters, and the role of maneuverability in modern aerial warfare. Years later, as Air Marshal A. K. Bharti, Director General of Air Operations, he played a key leadership role during Operation Sindoor. Today, he retires from the Indian Air Force. Thank you for your decades of service and leadership, Sir.

Shadow IND

19,791 views • 1 month ago

🚨🇨🇳 PENTAGON’S WORST NIGHTMARE: CHINA’S J-36 BECOMES FIRST SIXTH-GENERATION FIGHTER PROTOTYPE SEEN MAKING SHARP MANEUVERS China has publicly demonstrated something no other sixth-generation fighter program has yet revealed: a giant tailless prototype performing a sharp turn-climb. New footage of the aircraft unofficially known as the J-36 challenges the assumption that a stealth aircraft of this size must handle like a slow flying-wing bomber. 🔸 The J-36 is significantly larger than China’s J-20 and uses an unprecedented three-engine configuration. Its size points toward a long-range air-dominance platform carrying large fuel reserves, powerful sensors and heavy internal weapons loads. 🔸 Unlike conventional fighters, the J-36 has no vertical stabilizers or horizontal tailplanes. Removing them reduces radar-reflecting surfaces but also eliminates much of the aerodynamic leverage normally used to control pitch and yaw. 🔸 Chengdu compensates with computerized flight controls and numerous movable surfaces along the wing’s trailing edge. Recent prototypes have also displayed exhaust configurations widely interpreted as two-dimensional thrust-vectoring nozzles, potentially allowing the engines themselves to help control the aircraft. 🔸 The latest footage shows the huge aircraft entering a sharp turn while climbing and remaining stable throughout the maneuver. The exact speed, angle of attack and G-load remain unknown, but its ability to change direction rapidly without losing control is clearly visible. 🔸 It demonstrates something more important for J-36's intended role: China appears to be combining the range, payload and stealth of a much larger aircraft with far greater maneuverability than previously expected from a tailless design. 🔸 The footage may show as many as the fifth distinct flying J-36 airframe. Visible changes to the nose, intakes, landing gear and exhaust system suggest Chengdu is testing multiple configurations rather than relying on a single technology demonstrator. China’s sixth-generation prototypes have been publicly flying since December 2024. The U.S. Air Force says secret experimental aircraft have already completed hundreds of flight hours, but the final F-47 remains in engineering development and has yet to appear publicly. The real warning for the Pentagon is therefore bigger than one impressive maneuver. China is rapidly building, flying and refining multiple versions of a sixth-generation combat aircraft while the American public has seen only illustrations of its future rival. What should worry the Pentagon more: the J-36’s agility or the speed at which China is testing new prototypes?

🚨🇨🇳 PENTAGON’S WORST NIGHTMARE: CHINA’S J-36 BECOMES FIRST SIXTH-GENERATION FIGHTER PROTOTYPE SEEN MAKING SHARP MANEUVERS China has publicly demonstrated something no other sixth-generation fighter program has yet revealed: a giant tailless prototype performing a sharp turn-climb. New footage of the aircraft unofficially known as the J-36 challenges the assumption that a stealth aircraft of this size must handle like a slow flying-wing bomber. 🔸 The J-36 is significantly larger than China’s J-20 and uses an unprecedented three-engine configuration. Its size points toward a long-range air-dominance platform carrying large fuel reserves, powerful sensors and heavy internal weapons loads. 🔸 Unlike conventional fighters, the J-36 has no vertical stabilizers or horizontal tailplanes. Removing them reduces radar-reflecting surfaces but also eliminates much of the aerodynamic leverage normally used to control pitch and yaw. 🔸 Chengdu compensates with computerized flight controls and numerous movable surfaces along the wing’s trailing edge. Recent prototypes have also displayed exhaust configurations widely interpreted as two-dimensional thrust-vectoring nozzles, potentially allowing the engines themselves to help control the aircraft. 🔸 The latest footage shows the huge aircraft entering a sharp turn while climbing and remaining stable throughout the maneuver. The exact speed, angle of attack and G-load remain unknown, but its ability to change direction rapidly without losing control is clearly visible. 🔸 It demonstrates something more important for J-36's intended role: China appears to be combining the range, payload and stealth of a much larger aircraft with far greater maneuverability than previously expected from a tailless design. 🔸 The footage may show as many as the fifth distinct flying J-36 airframe. Visible changes to the nose, intakes, landing gear and exhaust system suggest Chengdu is testing multiple configurations rather than relying on a single technology demonstrator. China’s sixth-generation prototypes have been publicly flying since December 2024. The U.S. Air Force says secret experimental aircraft have already completed hundreds of flight hours, but the final F-47 remains in engineering development and has yet to appear publicly. The real warning for the Pentagon is therefore bigger than one impressive maneuver. China is rapidly building, flying and refining multiple versions of a sixth-generation combat aircraft while the American public has seen only illustrations of its future rival. What should worry the Pentagon more: the J-36’s agility or the speed at which China is testing new prototypes?

NewRulesGeopolitics

109,122 views • 23 days ago

This is Delta, a deformable multirotor robot developed by scientists at the University of Tokyo that can both fly and roll using its flexible body design. It uses a thrust control system to move efficiently in the air and on the ground, allowing it to adapt to different environments. This capability makes it useful for tasks like disaster response and long-duration operations, introduced in 2024.

This is Delta, a deformable multirotor robot developed by scientists at the University of Tokyo that can both fly and roll using its flexible body design. It uses a thrust control system to move efficiently in the air and on the ground, allowing it to adapt to different environments. This capability makes it useful for tasks like disaster response and long-duration operations, introduced in 2024.

Space and Technology

26,325 views • 5 months ago

The Superiority of Russia’s S-400 Missile Systems & Su-30MKI Fighter Jets Russia’s defense industry's pinnacle of technological prowess, with the S-400 Triumf missile system & Su-30MKI fighter jet exemplifying engineering & combat effectiveness. These systems, rooted in decades of innovation, demonstrate Russia’s ability to produce cutting-edge military hardware that rivals & surpasses, Western counterparts in performance, reliability & strategic versatility. S-400 Triumf, developed by Almaz-Antey, is regarded as the world’s most advanced air defense system. Its ability to neutralize a broad spectrum of aerial threats—ranging from stealth aircraft, cruise missiles to ballistic missiles—sets it apart. The system’s 48N6E3 missiles can engage targets at ranges up to 250 kms, while the 40N6E extends this reach to 400 kilometers, offering unparalleled coverage A radar suite capable of tracking up to 300 targets simultaneously, including low-observable stealth platforms, the S-400’s situational awareness is unmatched. Its integration of multiple missile types allows it to counter diverse threats, from low-flying drones to hypersonic weapons, ensuring layered defense The system’s mobility, with rapid deployment & redeployment capabilities, enhances its survivability in dynamic battlefields. Unlike Western systems like the Patriot PAC-3, which struggle with limited engagement ranges & higher costs, the S-400 offers superior cost-effectiveness & adaptability, making it a cornerstone of Russian & allied air defense strategies. Equally formidable is the Su-30MKI, a multirole fighter jet developed by Sukhoi & tailored for the Indian Air Force, showcasing Russia’s ability to deliver customized, high-performance platforms. Powered by twin AL-31FP turbofan engines with thrust-vectoring nozzles, the Su-30MKI achieves supermaneuverability, enabling it to execute complex aerobatic maneuvers like the Pugachev’s Cobra, which Western fighters like the F-35 cannot replicate Top speed of Mach 2 & operational range of 3,000 kms without refueling provide strategic flexibility. The jet’s avionics suite, integrating the Bars phased-array radar, allows detection of targets at 200 kilometers, giving it a decisive edge in beyond-visual-range combat The Su-30MKI’s arsenal, including R-77 air-to-air missiles & BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, ensures dominance in both air superiority & ground-attack roles. The S-400 and Su-30MKI create a formidable defense-offense ecosystem S-400’s ability to protect airbases & strategic assets allows Su-30MKIs to operate with reduced risk, projecting power deep into contested airspace. This combination has been a game-changer for nations like India, which leverages these systems to counter regional threats effectively S-400’s export to countries like China & Turkey underscores its global demand, driven by its proven reliability & resistance to electronic countermeasures, unlike Western systems that often rely on untested stealth countermeasures Critics of Western systems often highlight their high costs & limited adaptability. For instance, the F-35’s exorbitant price tag & maintenance issues pale in comparison to the Su-30MKI’s cost-efficiency & combat-proven track record. Similarly, the S-400’s ability to integrate with legacy systems gives it an edge over the Patriot’s restrictive architecture. Russia’s focus on rugged, versatile designs ensures these systems perform in diverse environments, from Arctic cold to desert heat, without the logistical burdens plaguing Western alternatives In conclusion, the S-400 & Su-30MKI represent the zenith of military technology, blending innovation, firepower & affordability Global adoption & battlefield success cement Russia’s position as a leader in defense systems, outclassing Western competitors in both strategic depth & operational effectiveness. These platforms not only secure national sovereignty but also redefine modern warfare with unmatched precision & power

The Superiority of Russia’s S-400 Missile Systems & Su-30MKI Fighter Jets Russia’s defense industry's pinnacle of technological prowess, with the S-400 Triumf missile system & Su-30MKI fighter jet exemplifying engineering & combat effectiveness. These systems, rooted in decades of innovation, demonstrate Russia’s ability to produce cutting-edge military hardware that rivals & surpasses, Western counterparts in performance, reliability & strategic versatility. S-400 Triumf, developed by Almaz-Antey, is regarded as the world’s most advanced air defense system. Its ability to neutralize a broad spectrum of aerial threats—ranging from stealth aircraft, cruise missiles to ballistic missiles—sets it apart. The system’s 48N6E3 missiles can engage targets at ranges up to 250 kms, while the 40N6E extends this reach to 400 kilometers, offering unparalleled coverage A radar suite capable of tracking up to 300 targets simultaneously, including low-observable stealth platforms, the S-400’s situational awareness is unmatched. Its integration of multiple missile types allows it to counter diverse threats, from low-flying drones to hypersonic weapons, ensuring layered defense The system’s mobility, with rapid deployment & redeployment capabilities, enhances its survivability in dynamic battlefields. Unlike Western systems like the Patriot PAC-3, which struggle with limited engagement ranges & higher costs, the S-400 offers superior cost-effectiveness & adaptability, making it a cornerstone of Russian & allied air defense strategies. Equally formidable is the Su-30MKI, a multirole fighter jet developed by Sukhoi & tailored for the Indian Air Force, showcasing Russia’s ability to deliver customized, high-performance platforms. Powered by twin AL-31FP turbofan engines with thrust-vectoring nozzles, the Su-30MKI achieves supermaneuverability, enabling it to execute complex aerobatic maneuvers like the Pugachev’s Cobra, which Western fighters like the F-35 cannot replicate Top speed of Mach 2 & operational range of 3,000 kms without refueling provide strategic flexibility. The jet’s avionics suite, integrating the Bars phased-array radar, allows detection of targets at 200 kilometers, giving it a decisive edge in beyond-visual-range combat The Su-30MKI’s arsenal, including R-77 air-to-air missiles & BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, ensures dominance in both air superiority & ground-attack roles. The S-400 and Su-30MKI create a formidable defense-offense ecosystem S-400’s ability to protect airbases & strategic assets allows Su-30MKIs to operate with reduced risk, projecting power deep into contested airspace. This combination has been a game-changer for nations like India, which leverages these systems to counter regional threats effectively S-400’s export to countries like China & Turkey underscores its global demand, driven by its proven reliability & resistance to electronic countermeasures, unlike Western systems that often rely on untested stealth countermeasures Critics of Western systems often highlight their high costs & limited adaptability. For instance, the F-35’s exorbitant price tag & maintenance issues pale in comparison to the Su-30MKI’s cost-efficiency & combat-proven track record. Similarly, the S-400’s ability to integrate with legacy systems gives it an edge over the Patriot’s restrictive architecture. Russia’s focus on rugged, versatile designs ensures these systems perform in diverse environments, from Arctic cold to desert heat, without the logistical burdens plaguing Western alternatives In conclusion, the S-400 & Su-30MKI represent the zenith of military technology, blending innovation, firepower & affordability Global adoption & battlefield success cement Russia’s position as a leader in defense systems, outclassing Western competitors in both strategic depth & operational effectiveness. These platforms not only secure national sovereignty but also redefine modern warfare with unmatched precision & power

𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐙 🇷🇺 🇮🇪

46,473 views • 1 year ago

🇺🇸🇬🇧 The US jet that surpassed the legendary Harrier For decades, the Harrier amazed the world by hovering like a helicopter. Then came the Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II. Powered by the most powerful engine ever fitted to a production fighter aircraft, the F-35B delivers around 40,000+ pounds of thrust while combining stealth, supersonic speed, and vertical landing capability in a single aircraft. What makes it different? 🔹 More than twice the power of the Harrier 🔹 Stealth technology designed for modern warfare 🔹 Mach 1.6 supersonic speed 🔹 Advanced sensors that can detect, track, and share targets in real time 🔹 Ability to operate from small ships and short runways 🔹 One of the most sophisticated combat aircraft ever built The Hawker Siddeley Harrier proved that a fighter jet could hover. The F-35B proved that a stealth fighter could hover, fight, survive, and dominate in the most contested airspace on Earth. What began as a revolutionary British concept evolved into one of the most advanced American combat aircraft ever created. From hovering over a runway to leading the future of air warfare, the leap is extraordinary.

🇺🇸🇬🇧 The US jet that surpassed the legendary Harrier For decades, the Harrier amazed the world by hovering like a helicopter. Then came the Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II. Powered by the most powerful engine ever fitted to a production fighter aircraft, the F-35B delivers around 40,000+ pounds of thrust while combining stealth, supersonic speed, and vertical landing capability in a single aircraft. What makes it different? 🔹 More than twice the power of the Harrier 🔹 Stealth technology designed for modern warfare 🔹 Mach 1.6 supersonic speed 🔹 Advanced sensors that can detect, track, and share targets in real time 🔹 Ability to operate from small ships and short runways 🔹 One of the most sophisticated combat aircraft ever built The Hawker Siddeley Harrier proved that a fighter jet could hover. The F-35B proved that a stealth fighter could hover, fight, survive, and dominate in the most contested airspace on Earth. What began as a revolutionary British concept evolved into one of the most advanced American combat aircraft ever created. From hovering over a runway to leading the future of air warfare, the leap is extraordinary.

Defence Index

26,633 views • 2 months ago

🧐🇺🇸 The A-10 Warthog: The Close Air Support Legend No Aircraft Has Truly Replaced Nicknamed the "Tank Killer," the A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) was built for one purpose: protect friendly troops and destroy enemy armor. Its fearsome 30mm GAU-8/A Avenger cannon fires up to 3,900 rounds per minute, capable of tearing through tanks, armored vehicles, and fortified positions with devastating precision. What made the A-10 legendary wasn't just its firepower, it was its ability to fly low, remain over the battlefield for extended periods, absorb significant battle damage, and continue fighting. Titanium armor protects the pilot, redundant flight systems increase survivability, and the aircraft can even return to base after sustaining severe damage. For decades, no aircraft has fully matched the A-10's unique combination of long loiter time, heavy cannon fire, battlefield survivability, and dedicated close air support. While modern fighters such as the F-35 can perform CAS missions, they were designed as multirole aircraft rather than purpose built CAS platforms. The U.S. Air Force is gradually retiring the A-10 as its aging airframes become more expensive to maintain and military planners prepare for future conflicts involving advanced air defenses, stealth aircraft, and long range precision weapons. After nearly half a century of combat service, the Warthog is slowly leaving the battlefield, but its reputation as one of the greatest dedicated Close Air Support aircraft ever built is unlikely to be forgotten.

🧐🇺🇸 The A-10 Warthog: The Close Air Support Legend No Aircraft Has Truly Replaced Nicknamed the "Tank Killer," the A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) was built for one purpose: protect friendly troops and destroy enemy armor. Its fearsome 30mm GAU-8/A Avenger cannon fires up to 3,900 rounds per minute, capable of tearing through tanks, armored vehicles, and fortified positions with devastating precision. What made the A-10 legendary wasn't just its firepower, it was its ability to fly low, remain over the battlefield for extended periods, absorb significant battle damage, and continue fighting. Titanium armor protects the pilot, redundant flight systems increase survivability, and the aircraft can even return to base after sustaining severe damage. For decades, no aircraft has fully matched the A-10's unique combination of long loiter time, heavy cannon fire, battlefield survivability, and dedicated close air support. While modern fighters such as the F-35 can perform CAS missions, they were designed as multirole aircraft rather than purpose built CAS platforms. The U.S. Air Force is gradually retiring the A-10 as its aging airframes become more expensive to maintain and military planners prepare for future conflicts involving advanced air defenses, stealth aircraft, and long range precision weapons. After nearly half a century of combat service, the Warthog is slowly leaving the battlefield, but its reputation as one of the greatest dedicated Close Air Support aircraft ever built is unlikely to be forgotten.

Defence Index

15,890 views • 1 month ago

Random Information Post ❗️ The F-15 S/MTD, part Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown 's Experimental Aircraft Series Set DLC or available on it's own in the F-15 S/MTD Set DLC, is a semi-historical fictional aircraft. It is based on the real life F-15 STOL/MTD and later F-15 ACTIVE test aircraft. The aircraft used for the project was pre-production TF-15A (F-15B) No. 1 (USAF S/N 71-0290), the first two-seat F-15 Eagle built by McDonnell Douglas (out of 2 prototypes), the sixth F-15 off the assembly line, and was the oldest F-15 flying up to its retirement. The programs ran from September 7th 1988 to January 30th 2009, where the air frame was finally retired. The aircraft was used in several tests and experiments centered around thrust vectoring and advanced avionics equipment. the F-15 STOL/MTD program was intended to give F-15s the ability to take off from short or damaged runways in the event that a war with the Soviet Union damaged them or forced the use of sub-optimal backup airfields. The canards on the aircraft are stabilizers from an F/A-18 that were attached to the fuselage, removing the 20mm Vulcan cannon in the process to allow for the modification. The aircraft used two types of thruster nozzles, the first being a square 2D nozzle, allowing thrust vectoring up and down, and later a 3D nozzle allowing thrust to be vectored in all directions. The program showed good results, though not intended as a performance upgrade McDonnel Douglas engineers noted a 15% increase in the plane's overall dog fighting performance from the modifications. Also noting takeoff speeds as low as 42 mph (68 km/h), and a 25% reduction in the required runway length for takeoff. However the US Air Force did not buy these upgrades. No official reason was made public but the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 likely eliminated the need and enthusiasm to upgrade the fleet of F-15s. The test aircraft continued to serve on loan to NASA until 2008 however, and is now on display at Edwards AFB. Still a very cool aircraft to look at, and a common sight in Ace Combat games since Ace Combat 3, with it's fictional F-15S/MT Eagle+ variant being it's first appearance in the franchise, and is one of my favorite fictional aircraft in the series. Sources: Wikipedia, Acepedia, and offhand knowledge from various articles and mentions from informed friends.

Random Information Post ❗️ The F-15 S/MTD, part Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown 's Experimental Aircraft Series Set DLC or available on it's own in the F-15 S/MTD Set DLC, is a semi-historical fictional aircraft. It is based on the real life F-15 STOL/MTD and later F-15 ACTIVE test aircraft. The aircraft used for the project was pre-production TF-15A (F-15B) No. 1 (USAF S/N 71-0290), the first two-seat F-15 Eagle built by McDonnell Douglas (out of 2 prototypes), the sixth F-15 off the assembly line, and was the oldest F-15 flying up to its retirement. The programs ran from September 7th 1988 to January 30th 2009, where the air frame was finally retired. The aircraft was used in several tests and experiments centered around thrust vectoring and advanced avionics equipment. the F-15 STOL/MTD program was intended to give F-15s the ability to take off from short or damaged runways in the event that a war with the Soviet Union damaged them or forced the use of sub-optimal backup airfields. The canards on the aircraft are stabilizers from an F/A-18 that were attached to the fuselage, removing the 20mm Vulcan cannon in the process to allow for the modification. The aircraft used two types of thruster nozzles, the first being a square 2D nozzle, allowing thrust vectoring up and down, and later a 3D nozzle allowing thrust to be vectored in all directions. The program showed good results, though not intended as a performance upgrade McDonnel Douglas engineers noted a 15% increase in the plane's overall dog fighting performance from the modifications. Also noting takeoff speeds as low as 42 mph (68 km/h), and a 25% reduction in the required runway length for takeoff. However the US Air Force did not buy these upgrades. No official reason was made public but the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 likely eliminated the need and enthusiasm to upgrade the fleet of F-15s. The test aircraft continued to serve on loan to NASA until 2008 however, and is now on display at Edwards AFB. Still a very cool aircraft to look at, and a common sight in Ace Combat games since Ace Combat 3, with it's fictional F-15S/MT Eagle+ variant being it's first appearance in the franchise, and is one of my favorite fictional aircraft in the series. Sources: Wikipedia, Acepedia, and offhand knowledge from various articles and mentions from informed friends.

HoraceVT 🪄🎬

23,777 views • 8 months ago

🇹🇷#Türkiye is the only brother country that has declared its intention to help #Somalia, and despite risks, it trained Somali forces and equipped 🇸🇴🔥#Somalia's national defense forces with T129 ATAK attack Helicopter, to strengthen efforts to eradicate terrorist groups that have been present in Somalia for a long time, This aircraft provided by the #Türkiye government to the Somali military is called the T129 ATAK Helicopter, which was used to liberate Somalia The T129 ATAK is a state-of-the-art combat aircraft, specifically designed for combat missions and direct operations, especially in support of ground forces. It is a modernized version of the Agusta A129 Mangusta made in Turkey This aircraft was designed and manufactured in Turkey by the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) Advantages of the T129 ATAK: Strong Attack Power - It is equipped with heavy weapons, including missiles and large guns, allowing it to effectively target enemy positions. High Maneuverability - Well suited for fighting in mountains and rough terrain. High Technology - It consists of integrated intelligence and attack systems, such as night vision radar and enemy defense countermeasures. Day & Night Combat - It operates 24/7 using infrared vision systems. Strong Defense - It is built with reinforced armor and equipped with defense systems to protect against anti-aircraft threats. Combat Effectiveness: The T129 ATAK is a highly lethal aircraft, especially suitable for targeting enemy strongholds, armored vehicles, and military infrastructure. Countering tanks and military convoys using advanced anti-tank missiles. Providing close air support for ground forces, assisting in both offensive and defensive operations. Conclusion: The T129 ATAK is a modern and reliable combat aircraft equipped with modern technology. It poses a significant threat to enemy forces, especially when targeting their weapons, military vehicles, and key locations THANKS 4 TÜRKIYE hails as 'only brother' in Somali development

🇹🇷#Türkiye is the only brother country that has declared its intention to help #Somalia, and despite risks, it trained Somali forces and equipped 🇸🇴🔥#Somalia's national defense forces with T129 ATAK attack Helicopter, to strengthen efforts to eradicate terrorist groups that have been present in Somalia for a long time, This aircraft provided by the #Türkiye government to the Somali military is called the T129 ATAK Helicopter, which was used to liberate Somalia The T129 ATAK is a state-of-the-art combat aircraft, specifically designed for combat missions and direct operations, especially in support of ground forces. It is a modernized version of the Agusta A129 Mangusta made in Turkey This aircraft was designed and manufactured in Turkey by the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) Advantages of the T129 ATAK: Strong Attack Power - It is equipped with heavy weapons, including missiles and large guns, allowing it to effectively target enemy positions. High Maneuverability - Well suited for fighting in mountains and rough terrain. High Technology - It consists of integrated intelligence and attack systems, such as night vision radar and enemy defense countermeasures. Day & Night Combat - It operates 24/7 using infrared vision systems. Strong Defense - It is built with reinforced armor and equipped with defense systems to protect against anti-aircraft threats. Combat Effectiveness: The T129 ATAK is a highly lethal aircraft, especially suitable for targeting enemy strongholds, armored vehicles, and military infrastructure. Countering tanks and military convoys using advanced anti-tank missiles. Providing close air support for ground forces, assisting in both offensive and defensive operations. Conclusion: The T129 ATAK is a modern and reliable combat aircraft equipped with modern technology. It poses a significant threat to enemy forces, especially when targeting their weapons, military vehicles, and key locations THANKS 4 TÜRKIYE hails as 'only brother' in Somali development

Bashir Hashi Yussuf

10,653 views • 6 months ago