Malaysian company Aerospace Technology Systems Corporation has modernized 18 Su-30MKM fighters of the Royal Malaysian Air Force, extending their service life by at least 10 years, according to Bulgarian Military.
Aerospace Technology Systems Corporation overhauled the fighter's engines and modernized the aircraft's avionics. Specialists installed new radar systems and electronic warfare (EW) systems, as well as communication equipment.
The Su-30MKM received updated software for integrating the mission planning and flight control system.
Malaysia has entered into an agreement with Indian company Samtel Avionics, which will equip the Su-30MKM with modern multi-functional displays and Head-Up displays.
About the Su-30MKM
The Su-30MKM was developed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau on the basis of the Su-30MKI fighter. The aircraft has a similar airframe, engine with thrust vectoring, and digital control system. The Su-30MKM modification differs from the Su-30MKI in the composition of its onboard equipment.
Su-30MKM Characteristics:
Length — 21.94 m
Wingspan — 14.70 m
Maximum Takeoff Weight — 34,500 kg
Engines — two AL-31FP
Thrust — 12,500 kgf
Maximum Speed at Altitude — 2,200 km/h
Service Ceiling — 17,300 m
Armament: one 30-mm GSh-301 cannon with 150 rounds of ammunition, 8,000 kg of combat load suspended on 12 pylons.
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