There has been a major turn in the ongoing war between russia and Ukraine. The Ukrainian army has claimed that it has shot down Russia's most advanced fighter plane Su-35. This incident took place in the Kursk region of russia and the Ukrainian air Force gave information about it on Telegram. Although there has been no independent confirmation of this claim so far, Russia's silence is being considered as its tacit approval. This attack is being considered a major setback for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was preparing to sell this aircraft to many countries of the world.
What is Su-35?
Su-35 is Russia's most modern and powerful fighter aircraft. It has been made by Russia's Sukhoi company and it is an advanced version of the Su-27 fighter. This aircraft has the full capability to fight any enemy in the air and is used in many types of missions.
Features of Su-35
This is a single seater aircraft. The engines installed in it are so powerful that it can fly at a speed of 2500 kilometers per hour. Its radar can detect the enemy up to 400 kilometers away. It can fly with air-to-air missiles, smart bombs, and anti-ship weapons. This aircraft is also adept at taking sharp turns and changing direction suddenly, which makes it dangerous in dogfights (face-to-face combat in the air).
Has been deployed in many wars
Su-35 has been deployed by russia in the wars of Syria and Ukraine. This fighter jet is considered the backbone of the Russian air Force. It has been designed to counter America's F-15 and Europe's Eurofighter Typhoon.
Offer given to India too
Russia has also proposed to buy this aircraft from India. It was also said that if India wants, Su-35 can be made in india itself, but till now no clear answer has come from India.
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