The Su-27, NATO codename Flanker, is one of the pillars of modern-day Russian combat aviation. The Flanker is equally capable of engaging targets well beyond visual range as it is in a dogfight given its amazing slow speed and high angle attack manoeuvrability. …
How many missiles can a SU-27 carry?
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | CIS (formerly USSR) |
| Span | 47 ft, 6 in (14.5 m) |
| Armament | One 30 mm GSh-301cannon up to 6,000 kg payload of missiles and bombs including AA-10 (Alamo) air-to-air missiles AA-11 (Archer) air-to-air missiles FAB-100 |
| In-Flight Refueling | No |
Is the Su-27 fly by wire?
The Su-27 had the Soviet Union’s first operational fly-by-wire control system, based on the Sukhoi OKB’s experience with the T-4 bomber project.
What makes Su-27 for DCS World so special?
As such, Su-27 for DCS World features keyboard and joystick cockpit commands with a focus on the most mission critical of cockpit systems. The main feature for the success of the Su-27 design is its aerodynamic configuration, known as “integrated aerodynamic concept” by its designers.
What kind of fire control system does the Su-27 have?
The basic Su-27 is fitted with the SUV-27 fire control system, which incorporates the RLPK-27 radar sighting system, OEPS-27 electro-optical sighting system, SEI-31 integrated indication system, IFF interrogator and built-in test system.
Where is the airbrake on a Su 27?
The Su-27 has twin vertical fins fitted on the outer sides of the fuselage and twin central fins underneath. The airbrake is placed in the center of the mid-section of the aircraft behind the cockpit. The tricycle landing gear of Su-27 and Su-27UB has a single wheel on each strut.
