Su-35 fighter jet flies into the future
Published 07 July, 2008, 19:16
Edited 22 October, 2009, 07:55
Russia's newest Sukhoi fighter jet has successfully accomplished its first demonstration flight. The SU-35 Flanker which is one step away from the fifth generation planes, spent six minutes in the skies, showing off a number of manoeuvres.
The new Su-35 is said to be the best fighter jet Russia has ever produced.
“We are ahead of our rivals in all aspects. Our plane has a wider target range and a longer flight distance and more powerful weapons. Its cost effectiveness makes it the best plane in its class,” said Mikhail Pogosyan, Sukhoi General Director.
The air forces of more than 30 countries are equipped with Sukhoi fighters.
In 2007 alone, more than 50 jets worth more than $US 2 billion were sold to Malaysia, India, Venezuela and Algeria.
The fourth generation of the Su is also expected to be in demand.
The Russian air force commander says the important thing is that the new Su-35 takes the country closer to a much bigger goal.
The jet is one step away from fifth generation fighters, which operating as an informative integrated unit will be able to communicate to other jets.
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