Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker - Warbird Tech Vol. 42

Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker - Warbird Tech Vol. 42
by Yefim Gordon

Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker - Warbird Tech Vol. 42
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Author: Yefim Gordon
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-04-01
ISBN: 1580070914
Number of pages: 104
Publisher: Specialty Press

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Book Review: Not Long Ago, this Book Would be Considered Top Secret
Summary: 5 Stars

In this book, Volume 42 in the Warbird Tech Series, their full treatment is given to the Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker. This is one of the most advanced fighter aircraft in use today. The basic design was begun in 1971, and really began volume production in about 1986, giving some idea of the time it takes to create a state-of-the-art aircraft design today. The Su-27 was designed in response to the United States development of the F-14 and F-15 fighters. It is large and fast, with exceptional range, heavy armament, and very high agility. Although little used in actual combat, the impressive air combat maneuvring capacity should make it an excellent dogfighter.

This aircraft has become a staple of Russia's sales on the international market with sales to the expected countries that were in the old Soviet Union, but also to other countries such as Mexico, Venezuela, India and China. Even the United States has purchased two aircraft, probably for military training.

Now that we are friends with Russia, it is great to see books such as this which not too many years ago would have been considered top secret.

Summary of Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker - Warbird Tech Vol. 42

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!

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