The Tu-22 was Russia’s first successful attempt at fielding a supersonic bomber. Continue reading “Tu-22 Blinder”
Tag: Weapons
Tu-160 Blackjack
The Tu-160 Blackjack is one of the largest bombers in the world. Continue reading “Tu-160 Blackjack”
Tu-16 Badger
The Tu-95 was one of Russia’s first effective jet bombers. Continue reading “Tu-16 Badger”
Su-24 Fencer
No known major achievements Continue reading “Su-24 Fencer”
Saab 39 Gripen
The Saab 39 will act as Sweden’s first class jet fighter.
The Gripen is arguably the first fourth-generation fighter to enter service. Continue reading “Saab 39 Gripen”
Saab 35 Draken
The Saab 35 was designed to have a speed 50% greater than any other fighter entering service at that time. Continue reading “Saab 35 Draken”
S-3 Viking
No known major achievements Continue reading “S-3 Viking”
RQ-1 Predator
The first successful advanced concept technology demonstration for persistent intelligence
The Predator was reported to have had a 100% hit rate by Hellfire ASMs on several attacks in Afghanistan Continue reading “RQ-1 Predator”
P-3 Orion
The P-3 remains the US Navy’s sole land-based antisubmarine warfare aircraft Continue reading “P-3 Orion”
F-22 Raptor
The F-22 has the ability to cruise at supersonic speeds.
The Raptor will be the leading American air-to-air fighter of the new century. Continue reading “F-22 Raptor”