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Yes, this jet is incredibly fast. It can fly at speeds more than twice as fast as the speed of sound. This high speed helps it quickly reach enemy planes during a fight.

Can it fly in the rain?

Yes, the Su-27 is built to fly in many different kinds of weather. Engineers made sure it could work well in both very cold and very hot places. This allows pilots to fly missions no matter what the weather is like outside.

Who builds the Su-27?

A famous Russian company called Sukhoi builds this plane. They started designing it in the 1970s to keep up with top American jets. Ever since it entered service in 1985, they have continued to build and improve it.

Does it have a special nickname?

Yes, countries in the NATO alliance call the plane the Flanker. It earned this name because of how well it can turn and twist in the air. This special nickname helps soldiers quickly identify the Russian plane when they see it.

How many engines does it have?

The Su-27 has two very powerful jet engines. These two engines give the plane enough speed and strength to perform amazing stunts in the air. This design makes it a very dangerous plane in a dogfight against other jets.

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Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker

The Sukhoi Su-27 is a powerful Russian jet fighter built to protect the skies and fight other enemy planes.

Russia Introduced 1985 SukhoiRole: Air-to-air combat

Specifications

Top Speed

1,550 miles per hour

Crew

1 person

Engines

2 jet engines

Maximum Altitude

60,000 feet

History

The Su-27 was designed in the Soviet Union during the 1970s. Its main job was to be faster and stronger than the best American jets of that time. Engineers wanted a plane that could fly long distances and turn very quickly during a fight. It first flew in 1977 and entered regular service in the mid-1980s. It became famous for its incredible ability to perform stunts in the air that other planes could not do. Later versions were made for aircraft carriers and for attacking ground targets. Today, it remains a very important part of the Russian Air Force and is flown by many other countries around the world.