The Sukhoi Su-27 (Russian: Сухой Су-27; NATO reporting name: Flanker) is a Soviet -origin twin-engine supersonic supermaneuverable fighter aircraft designed by Sukhoi.

Feb 17, 2017 · Su-27 P (Su-27/ ‘Flanker B’) – The standard version yet lacking air-to-ground weapons control system and wiring. These units, denominated as Su-27, were assigned to the Soviet Air …

Sep 26, 2025 · Why the USSR built the Su-27, how it was engineered, where it flew, its exports and upgrades, and how it shaped later Russian fighters from Su-34 to Su-35.

Like its Cold War counterpart, the Su-27 developed into a large long-range interceptor, powered by twin turbofan engines and displaying a remarkable agility for its size.

Oct 19, 2025 · The Sukhoi Su-27 (NATO reporting name: Flanker) is a twin-engine fighter aircraft designed by the Russian Company Sukhoi. There are several related developments of the Su-27 …

The Su-27 Flanker is a twin-engine, supersonic, all-weather air superiority fighter developed by the Soviet Union. The aircraft was designed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau to counter American fighters …

Sep 7, 2025 · The twin-engine Su-27 Flanker revolutionized aerial combat capabilities when it entered service in 1985, breaking 27 world records with its exceptional maneuverability.

Currently there are no Sukhoi Su-27 “Flanker” airborne. The Sukhoi Su-27 is a Soviet jet fighter aircraft. It was designed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau and manufactured by the Irkutsk Aviation Plant. A …

Jun 8, 2022 · Designed as a counter to the excellent American swing-wing Grumman F-14 "Tomcat" carrierborne fleet defender and the classic McDonnell Douglas F-15 "Eagle" air superiority fighter, …

4 days ago · During its display at RIAT, the Ukrainian Air Force Su-27 Flanker performs a dramatic roll while still in the takeoff phase, a maneuver rarely seen on departure. Powered by twin AL-31 engines ...