Sukhoi SU-27 of the Ukrainian Air Force.
The Sukhoi SU-27 (NATO code name: Flanker) is a multi-role jet fighter developed in the Soviet Union by Sukhoi.
The SU-27 was originally developed as a long-range interceptor fighter. When production began, the role of fighter-bomber was also added.
Like the American F-16, the SU-27 is statically unstable and the aircraft also has a fly-by-wire system.
This photo was taken on September 8, 2018 during the Belgian Air Force Open Days at Kleine Brogel Air Base.
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