Sukhoi Su-33

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The Sukhoi Su-33, originating from the Soviet Union and continuing Russian service, is a carrier-based air-superiority fighter. Measuring 21.2 meters long with a 14.7-meter wingspan and twin engines, this aircraft achieves 2,300 km/h with a 3,000-kilometer range. The Su-33 combines air-superiority focus with multirole capabilities, featuring folding wings and specialized arresting gear for carrier operations. Its development reflects Soviet emphasis on naval air power and sustained technological progression in carrier-based fighter design.