Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA5715
Sukhoi Su-35S Flanker-E Diecast Model
Russian Air Force, Red 07, Syria, MQ-9 Reaper Intercept, July 2023 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Sukhoi Su-35S Flanker-E | | 12" | | 8" |
In 2023, Russian Su-35S fighter jets frequently engaged in aggressive encounters with U.S. military drones over Syria. Notably, on July 23, a Russian Su-35, "Red 07", damaged a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone by releasing flares, which struck the drone's propeller during an anti-ISIS mission. Such incidents were part of a broader pattern of Russian aircraft harassing U.S. drones, leading to increased tensions and concerns about flight safety in the region. These encounters reflect the broader geopolitical friction and tactical maneuvers influenced by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Designed by the Soviet Union to challenge the superiority of fourth generation US fighters such as the F-15 Eagle, the Su-27 was first flown on May 20, 1977. This one seat Mach-2 fighter had the Soviet Union's first operational fly-by-wire system. The aircraft is very large compared to the MiG-29, its closest Soviet counterpart, but it is built with a high percentage of titanium, which helps minimize its weight. It is exceptionally agile and is perhaps most famous for its "Cobra" maneuver, which is a short, sustained level flight at a 120 degree angle of attack, often performed at air shows. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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