Mikoyan Mig-29. Famous Russian Aircraft File

The U.S. famously purchased 21 MiG-29s from Moldova in 1997 to prevent them from reaching hostile nations and for testing purposes. Evolution into the Future

Features large leading-edge root extensions ( LERX ) that provide high lift at steep angles of attack. Mikoyan MiG-29. Famous Russian Aircraft

One of the first fighters to use a helmet-mounted sight , allowing pilots to aim missiles simply by looking at a target. Technical Mastery One of the first fighters to use a

Employed extensively in the Syrian Civil War and current operations in Ukraine . Specification Mach 2

The "Fulcrum" was engineered for the brutal, close-quarters combat of a high-speed dogfight. Specification Mach 2.25+ (approx. 2,400 km/h) Service Ceiling 18,000 meters (59,000 feet) Primary Armament 30mm GSh-30-1 cannon & 6-8 hardpoints Radar Phazotron N019 (early) / Zhuk-ME (modern) Global Service and Combat