Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-29 (NATO: Fulcrum) is a 4th-generation Soviet twin-engine heavy front-line fighter with a trapezoidal striped wing. Only the number of MiG-29s produced between 1977 and 1992, which exceeds 1000, proves the potential of this aircraft. In fact, it should be included in the group of 3 or 4 most important currently in active service, 4th generation fighters in the world. The MiG-29 was developed in the 1970s as a design that could match or even surpass the combat capabilities of fighters from the enemy's then Western camp. And it must be admitted that it is in no way inferior to, for example, the F-16, and in many elements, such as a powerful two-engine drive, it surpasses the American competitor. Since the MiG-29 was designed to be serviced as quickly as possible, even in field conditions and by mechanics with minimal experience, any repairs can be performed in a flash. It's hard to imagine, but 5 mechanics can replace and test an engine in less than an hour! Fulcrum's extraordinary capabilities do not end there. If there is a problem with the drive, even with a full load, it can start using one engine and then shoot into the air with another. The permanent armament of the MiG 29 is the 30 mm GSH-301 gun, known for its accuracy. External nodes can carry AA-10, AA-11 or AA-8 air-to-air missiles, as well as UB-32-57 or unguided, but larger S-8K missiles to combat ground targets not only in the former Eastern countries. block countries, but also many other users who appreciated its great potential. Several modifications of this successful fighter were created. The most important of them, in particular, the first serial, i.e. MiG-29 (Fulcrum-A) with S-29 "Topaz" radar and OEPrNk-29 optical-electronic system. Another development option is the MiG-29M (Fulcrum-E) with the S-29M Żuk radar with a longer range and an improved guidance and aiming system. Instead of RD-33, more powerful RD-33K engines were used. An electric distance system was also used. Technical data: length: 17.37 m, wingspan: 11.4 m, height: 4.73 m, maximum speed: 2400 km/h, rate of climb: 330 m/s, maximum range: 2100 km, maximum ceiling 18000 m-code, armament: stationary. 1 30-mm GSH-301 gun, suspended (variant M) - up to 5000 kg of cargo.
