Su-35 Warplane Described in 2 Words, NATO Will Hate It

Full Monster: The Russian Sukhoi Su-35 “Flanker-E” is a formidable fourth generation++ fighter aircraft designed for air superiority and multi-role operations. Despite criticism, it proved its effectiveness in combat. Its strengths lie in enhanced maneuverability thanks to thrust vectoring nozzles, a powerful N011 Bars radar system for superior situational awareness, and the ability to perform a variety of missions from air-to-air dogfights to ground attacks.

-Additionally, the Su-35 has an extensive weapons suite and exceptional speed, making it a major player in modern air combat. His versatility and raw power underscore why he remains a serious threat in the skies.

Top 5 Reasons Why the Su-35 Is a Monster

Breaking news for all midwives in the West: joke About bad Russian technology and military capabilities: They are crushingly defeating the NATO-backed Ukrainians and with their recent offensive successful strike By striking Dnipro, possibly with a new hypersonic weapon, Moscow showed that the dark days of post-Soviet Russia are over.

Of course, the Russian style of warfare is not as elegant as the American style. But that doesn’t mean anything. Only results matter.

One of many systems that Russia has successfully used in combat Su-35. Built by the legendary Sukhoi Design Bureau, the Su-35 is an upgraded version of the old Soviet-era Su-27. Billed as “fourth generation ++” fighter jetThe Su-35 received a big hit in the Western press. According to his critics, he is “dropping like a fly” into the hostile skies above the killing fields of Ukraine.

But these critics are wrong. The Russian Su-35 is a powerful platform that has served the Russians well in the war against neighboring Ukraine. Below are the top five reasons why the Russian Su-35 is will be successfuldespite what his critics say.

5. Good Hustle

All Su-35s have an impressive thrust vectoring nozzle capacity This dynamic allows birds to have high maneuverability. Essentially, the pilot can move the bird’s exhaust ports during flight. This then allows for tight turns, allows rapid ascent, and when flying at extremely low speeds, the thrust vectoring nozzle provides greater control. In essence, the Su-35 is a serious dogfighter.

The only problem the Su-35 faced was there are a few dogfights In the Ukrainian War. It’s all about air-to-ground bombing missions, and the Ukrainians have created an impressive anti-aircraft array that has shot down many Su-35s. However, if there were dogfights in this war, the Su-35 would undoubtedly have the upper hand over them due to its agility.

4. These Planes Can See Miles Away

The Su-35 comes with a powerful phased array radar with pulse Doppler tracking. N011 Rods. A Su-35 pilot in combat can detect and track multiple targets simultaneously.

The Su-35’s pilot therefore has excellent situational awareness, allowing effective combat at longer ranges.

This N011 Bars system truly increases the lethality and combat effectiveness of the Su-35.

3. Jack of All Trades

As a multi-role fighter aircraft, the Su-35 can execute a variety of different mission sets.

As mentioned above, these birds can engage in dogfighting as well as land attack operations. As a result, the Su-35 comes equipped with an impressive and versatile weapons package.

By the way, these weapons when combined with the N011 Bar system can create a much greater impact than they already have.

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The Su-35 can carry huge amounts of weapons. These deadly, angry birds can hit targets with long-range air-to-air missiles. They can drop guided bombs on unsuspecting targets.

Oh, the Su-35 is very effective against battleships. lunch anti-ship missiles.

1. Speed ​​Kills

Thanks to the previously mentioned engines, the Su-35 can reach a maximum speed of around Mach 2.25. This means that the Su-35 can quickly arrive and attack the target and then depart from these combat operations. In modern air warfare, speed rather than stealth is important. And the Su-35 has this.

This is an impressive aircraft and should never be underestimated.

About the Author

Brandon J. WeichertNational Interest national security analystis a former Congressional staffer and geopolitical analyst who contributes to The Washington Times, Asia Times, and The-Pipeline. He is the author of Winning Space: How America Remains a Superpower, Biohacked: China’s Race to Control Life, and The Shadow War: Iran’s Quest for Supremacy. His next book, A Disaster of Our Own Making: How the West Lost Ukraine, is available for purchase wherever books are sold. Weichert can be followed on Twitter @WeTheBrandon.

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