SUKHOI Su-27 FLANKER - WBT Vol. 42
by Yefim Gordon & Peter Davison.
Recognized as one of the best fighters of the 1990s, the Su-27 “Flanker” is
a single-seat supersonic interceptor that is often declared the finest and
most successful fighter of the Cold War era. Designed by Sukhoi OKB, the
imposing fighter quickly gained popularity and respect from countries all
across the globe.
Intended to be a direct competitor to the new generation of American
fighters such as the F-15, the Su-27 was designed with outstanding range,
heavy armament, and high agility. Excellent performance, handling, and
serviceability have made the aircraft popular with its pilots and ground
personnel alike. Equipped with an analog fly-by-wire control system, a full
avionics suite, and up to 10 air-to-air missiles, the Flanker also features a
rearward-facing radar between the engines allowing it to fire at targets
behind the aircraft.
Outfitted with two Lyul’ka AL-31F turbofans, each 12,500 kgp (27,557 lb
st) with afterburning, the Su-27’s high thrust-to-weight ratio and refined
aerodynamics allow superb flight characteristics at high angles of attack.
Yefim Gordon and Peter Davison are the authors of several books on Soviet
aircraft including the Specialty Press titles Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-29
Fulcrum and Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-15 Fagot.
Over 300 photos illustrate the story of the Su-27. Topics covered include
design, development, structural detail, international production, trials,
upgrades and generations, comparisons, overseas sales, and much more.
This book is a must have for all warbird enthusiasts!
"This Warbird Tech volume is of very high quality and a worthy investment for modelling reference. The book will serve both history buffs and modellers well." -www.hyperscale.com, reviewed by Ken Bowes, July 2006
8-1/2 x 11""
104 pgs.
250 black & white photos plus a color section
Sftbd.
ISBN: 1580070914
Item # SP091
ID #: SP091
Price: $18.95
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