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Friday, March 09, 2012

Cruise missiles: a unique instrument for Russia's long-range aviation

[Kh-101/Kh-102 cruise missiles]Russia is developing the air force component of its strategic forces. The Air Force will receive modernized bomber aircraft with new armament. Modern missiles broaden the capabilities of long-range aviation by facilitating its use in various types of combat.

From Bludgeon to Sward/Rapier

In February 2012 the Russian Air Force received the first upgraded bomber plane Tu-22M3M. With the new armament and equipment these planes will become an important element of the combat power of the Russian military aviation of the 2020-30s. Along with the TU-22M planes Russia is upgrading its Tu-160 and Tu-95MC planes.

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