What We Know About Russian and Ukraine Losses in Air-to-Air Combat
A review of what's known about Russian and Ukrainian air force losses shows that both sides are imposing heavy costs on the other.
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A review of what's known about Russian and Ukrainian air force losses shows that both sides are imposing heavy costs on the other.
The Su-35S's performance in Ukraine and in other parts of the world point to problems with the highly touted fighter jet.
"The SU-35 aircrafts also showed a low level of durability," a Ukrainian general posted on Facebook.
Russian aircraft may be losing dogfights in the air to highly motivated Ukrainian pilots or simply be held at risk by effective Ukrainian air defenses.
Pitting a Russian Su-35 Flanker versus the UAF MiG-29 is a total mismatch from the onset, as Ukraine's claims of shooting down rival planes are doubtful.