Ukrainian F-16 Downs Russian Su-35 Fighter Jet
A Ukrainian F-16 fighter jet, aided by a Swedish reconnaissance aircraft, reportedly shot down a Russian Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jet in northeastern Ukraine. This operation, described as a “historic first,” involved the Swedish plane providing targeting data for the F-16 to launch an AIM-120 missile. The downed Su-35 crashed in Russian territory, marking a significant advancement in Ukrainian air capabilities. Confirmation of this event awaits independent verification, but several sources, including military analysts, have highlighted the implications for future air combat.
John Q. Hosedrinker