The Mikoyan MiG-29 (Russian: Микоян МиГ-29; NATO reporting name: Fulcrum) is a twin-engine fighter aircraft designed in the Soviet Union.

The Mikoyan MiG-29M (Russian: Микоян МиГ-29M; NATO reporting name: Fulcrum-E) is a Russian multirole fighter that first flew in 2005. [1] The unified platform that is the MiG-29 is now comprised by the MiG-29M and a naval carrier variant, the MiG-29K.

The MiG-29 was the only combat aircraft the unified German government retained from the former East German force. “The Germans were invaluable,” says NASIC historian Rob Young.

Feb 23, 2025 · The MiG-29 Fulcrum, once a symbol of Soviet air superiority, has gradually been retired from frontline service in many air forces worldwide. Despite its formidable reputation, the aircraft suffered from technological obsolescence, operational limitations, and …

The MiG-29 was designed in response to a new generation of American fighters, which included the F-15 and F-16. Designed as an air defense fighter, this dual-purpose aircraft also possessed a ground attack capability.

The MiG-29 Fulcrum entered service in the Soviet Air Force from 1982, and was the first fourth generation fighter jet fielded by the country. The aircraft was from the medium weight range much like the U.S. Navy’s F-18C Hornet, and used a similar twin engine configuration.

Apr 8, 2015 · Conceived to fill the technological gap between Russian and U.S. fighters, the MiG-29 has been one of the last cutting edge fighters produced by the then Soviet Union.

Nov 2, 2024 · The Mikoyan MiG-29 is a twin-engine, fourth-generation air superiority fighter developed by the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Designed for versatility and impressive combat capability, it has proven itself to be one of the most iconic fighter jets of its time.

The Mikoyan MiG-29 (Russian: Микоян МиГ-29; NATO reporting name: "Fulcrum") is a fourth-generation jet fighter aircraft designed in the Soviet Union. Developed by the Mikoyan design bureau as an air superiority fighter during the 1970s, …

Sep 14, 2020 · The MiG-29 fighter is equipped with seven external weapon hardpoints. The aircraft can carry: up to two R-27 air-to-air medium-range missiles; six R-73 and R-60 air-to-air short range missiles; four pods of S-5, S-8, S-24 unguided rockets; air bombs weighing up to 3,000kg and 30mm built-in aircraft gun with 150 rounds of ammunition.