14.11.2025 06:45
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that a "Su-30" fighter jet conducting a planned flight in the Karelia region, located on the country's border with Finland, has crashed and the crew has lost their lives. The statement indicated that the aircraft was flying without ammunition, but no information was provided regarding the cause of the accident.
A "Su-30" fighter jet conducting a planned flight in Russia's Karelia region has reportedly crashed.
CREW LOST THEIR LIVES
In a statement from the Russian Ministry of Defense, it was said, "The 'Su-30' fighter jet crashed in an uninhabited area during a planned flight in the Karelia region. The crew lost their lives." The statement noted that the aircraft was flying without ammunition, and no information was provided regarding the cause of the accident. It was mentioned that an investigation has been initiated regarding the incident, but no details were shared about the number of crew members.
"SU-30" FIGHTER JET
The "Su-30" fighter jet is a Russian-made multi-role air superiority and attack aircraft designed by Sukhoi. This twin-engine jet, which has a two-person crew, stands out with its high maneuverability in both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. Capable of reaching a maximum speed of 2,100 km/h (around Mach 2), the Su-30 is also suitable for long-range operations with a range exceeding 3,000 kilometers.
With advanced radar systems, electronic warfare equipment, and 12 weapon stations capable of carrying up to 8 tons of ammunition, it is an effective platform in modern combat scenarios. Additionally, the thrust vectoring system used in some variants provides the aircraft with extraordinary agility, giving it a significant advantage in close air combat.