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The Mig 29SMT (Nick-named Falcrum) is a [[Fourth-generation jet fighter|4.5 |
The Mig 29SMT (Nick-named Falcrum) is a [[Fourth-generation jet fighter|4.5 Generation]], Long Ranged, [[Multirole combat aircraft]], [[air superiority fighter]] and [[Strike Fighter]]. The Mig-29SMT is an upgraded, modernized and enhanced version of the original [[Mig 29|Mikoyan 29]]. The Mig-29 SMT has many modern capabilities. Also, unlike the basic Mig 29A it needs 2 crew to fly it and a advanced radar system. The Mig 29 SMT was built by [[Mikoyan]] in [[Russia]], it also has Stealth Technology so it cannot be visible in most radar systems. |
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Revision as of 10:08, 28 June 2009
| Mig 29SMT | |
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| File:Russian-Mig-29smt.jpg | |
| Mig 29SMT | |
| Role | Jet Fighter Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan |
| First flight | 22 April 1998 |
| Introduction | 2004 |
| Status | In Production |
| Primary user | Russian Air Force |
| Number built | 150-200 |
| Developed from | Mig 29 |
The Mig 29SMT (Nick-named Falcrum) is a 4.5 Generation, Long Ranged, Multirole combat aircraft, air superiority fighter and Strike Fighter. The Mig-29SMT is an upgraded, modernized and enhanced version of the original Mikoyan 29. The Mig-29 SMT has many modern capabilities. Also, unlike the basic Mig 29A it needs 2 crew to fly it and a advanced radar system. The Mig 29 SMT was built by Mikoyan in Russia, it also has Stealth Technology so it cannot be visible in most radar systems.
Operators
Orders
The Serbian Officials are currently making a debate on which 20 Jet fighting aircrafts would replace the old Mig-21 and the aging Yugoslav Jet Fighters in 2010. The Mig-29SMT is one option.
Features
The Mig-29SMT has many features that helps the crew to destroy or attack it's targets such as other Aircrafts, UAV, Ships or Buildings. the main feautures are:
· Longer range and flight endurance;
· High combat effectiveness;
· Superb agility;
· High reliability and flight safety;
· Easy operation and reduced DOC, up-to-date logistic support;
· Advanced architecture of cockpit avionics and information control system, HOTAS;
· Integrated fire-control system consisting of upgraded radar fire-control system built around the ZHUK-ME advanced radar boasting longer operating ranges, multichannel firing and up-to-date air-to-surface modes, and of IR search and track system and helmet-mounted sight;
· Up-to-date navigation, radio communication, electronic countermeasures, monitoring and recording systems as well as optronic and reconnaissance pods;
· Modified weapon system including the RVV-AE, R-27ER1, R-27ET1, R-27R1, R-27T1, R-73E air-to-air missiles, the Kh-31A, Kh-31P, Kh-29T (TE), Kh-29L air-to-surface missiles, the KAB-500KR (OD), KAB-500L guided bombs, rockets, free-fall bombs and the GSh-301 built-in gun.