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http://www.flightglobal.com/articles/2007/08/22/216243/pictures-raf-typhoon-intercepts-russian-tupolev-tu-95-bomber.html
DATE:22/08/07
SOURCE:Flightglobal.com
PICTURES: RAF Typhoon intercepts Russian Tupolev Tu-95 bomber
By Craig Hoyle
In a scene reminiscent of the Cold War, a Russian air force Tupolev Tu-95 bomber is pictured being intercepted by a Royal Air Force fighter before approaching too close to UK airspace on 17 August.
But for the first time, the aircraft providing so-called quick reaction alert (QRA) cover is a Eurofighter Typhoon F2 from the RAF's 11 Sqn - the unit tasked with leading the type's evolution into a multirole fighter also capable of performing ground-attack duties in Afghanistan from July 2008.
Russian bombers have been intercepted by UK fighters on several occasions so far this year, with their presence reflecting President Vladimir Putin's eagerness to underline Moscow's military capabilities as it stakes claim to Polar mineral resources and approaches national elections to take place early next year.
Previous meetings have been between Tu-95s and RAF Panavia Tornado F3 interceptors, with the latter gradually handing over QRA responsibility for the southern UK to Typhoons from RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire. The latest encounter took place over the North Atlantic, according to the RAF.
As pictured, the standard Typhoon QRA fit comprises four MBDA ASRAAM short-range air-to-air missiles, four Raytheon AIM-120 AMRAAM medium-range air-to-air missiles and external fuel tanks for additional range. The images were taken by the pilot of a 3 Sqn Typhoon, with the unit currently sharing QRA duties with 11 Sqn. -
sweet...third generation bomber meets fifth gen fighters.
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According to some, Tu-95 turret guns are usually pointed upward to show less threating intend to to escorting fighters...
Notice all the recent Tu95 photos show its turret guns pointing straight back instead. -
they point back then let the fighters paint em with their fire-control lorOriginally posted by Gun:
According to some, Tu-95 turret guns are usually pointed upward to show less threating intend to to escorting fighters...
Notice all the recent Tu95 photos show its turret guns pointing straight back instead.
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Even if you're gonna gun run a Tu-95 or any other bombers with a rear turrent, you're not gonna approach it from the rear. A high aspect approach is preferred, especially from the top.
Besides, the Tu-gunner probably knows that his lil toy isn't gonna stop anyone from putting an AMRAAM or ASRAAM on the plane. Might as well sit back and relax. As long as he dun point his d1ck at the "host" he's fine. -
Yes August 17th 14 bears took off at the same time from 7 different airfield. Clock in 20 hrs of long range patrol.
i wonder did it flew by Vietnam?
wonder if they are going to kick start star war II program? "Return of the Jedi"
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if they press the button most of these folks simply take a 1 way ticket anyway.Originally posted by Shotgun:Even if you're gonna gun run a Tu-95 or any other bombers with a rear turrent, you're not gonna approach it from the rear. A high aspect approach is preferred, especially from the top.
Besides, the Tu-gunner probably knows that his lil toy isn't gonna stop anyone from putting an AMRAAM or ASRAAM on the plane. Might as well sit back and relax. As long as he dun point his d1ck at the "host" he's fine. -
isnt the gun were radar control? does the russkies upgrade it?