What are the differences between the MiG 31 and MiG 25 (if any)?
WEBApr 4, 2017 · The MiG-31 is an all new design with higher strength for low-level flight and new engines. The reason it looks just like the MiG-25 has to do with the structure of the Soviet aviation industry. The basic shape is first defined by the Central Aerodynamic and Hydrodynamic Institute ( TsAGI is the abbreviation of its Russian name) and then given ...
fighter - Why do the engine of MiG-31 spit out flame when going …
WEBAug 23, 2023 · I haven't been able to find a video looking up the nozzle of a MiG-31 igniting its afterburner in flight; I think that would be a helpful test of my guess. (My bona fides, since there's some speculation in this answer: an aerospace engineering degree and a pilot's license, though I've never worked directly on jets.)
Newest 'mig-31' Questions - Aviation Stack Exchange
WEBAug 23, 2023 · In the documentary Wings of Russia: MiG-25 and MiG-31, they mentioned both aircraft had to use special stainless steel alloys and arc welding to withstand the Mach 2.83 - 3.2 speeds. I couldn't help ...
feature identification - What are these protruding things on this ...
WEBAug 28, 2019 · mig-31; Share. Improve this question. Follow edited Aug 28, 2019 at 10:54. user14897 asked Aug 28 ...
What is the purpose of the "Mirror-Thing" over the Mig-29 Cockpit?
WEBAug 28, 2015 · I noticed that some Mig-29 Fighter Jets have a little mirror-like-thing over the cockpit. I can't imagine a possible usage from it (If it's really a mirror). Here's a picture from Wikipedia: ...
Could a SR-71 be shot down today? - Aviation Stack Exchange
WEBJun 29, 2015 · On June 3, 1986 an SR 71 was on a mission over the Barents Sea. Six Mig 31 Foxhounds, vastly superior to the Mig25 Foxbat,performed a coordinated intercept that would have subjected the SR71 to an all-angle AAM attack that even a combination of high-altitude maneuverability and ECM could not have defeated.
What are the differences between the MiG-15 and MiG-17?
WEBApr 30, 2018 · 1. In addition to the greater angle of wing sweep and the additional wing fences, the wing of the MiG 17 had a different, thinner profile with a thickness/chord ratio of 1 to 10 or 10%, down from the MiG 15's 11%. This was still relatively much thicker than the 5% wing used on the supersonic McDonnell F4 Phantom.
Why are civilians not allowed to fly demilitarized US fighter jets?
WEBDec 23, 2016 · There are plenty of ex-military planes from many nations in private hands. I know of an F4 being restored to flying condition by a private individual.
Can stainless steel replace titanium for Mach 3+ speeds?
WEBOct 8, 2016 · The MiG-31 could fly 3000km but only with drop tanks. The SR-71 was designed as a long range reconnaissance aircraft, and had a range of 5400km which enabled it to fly long missions over enemy territory. Another consideration is size. The SR-71 was a larger plane than either the MiG-25 or MiG-31.
Why are Russian cockpit panels painted in turquoise?
WEBJun 30, 2015 · 87. Almost all cockpit panels of Russian aircraft types are painted in turquoise, whereas elsewhere the cockpit panels usually exhibit a dark grey color. As this "rule" seems to be quite prevalent, I am curious as to the reason/origin. This can be seen in the cockpit of Mikoyan MiG-31: Image Source. I just noticed that this aircraft has the ...