A video has appeared online, covering the entire history of MiG fighters — from the MiG-1 aircraft, which first took to the skies in 1940, to the promising MiG-41 interceptor, which may take to the skies in the coming years. The video demonstrates how the speed, appearance, and capabilities of the aircraft, which have become a true symbol of Russian aviation, have changed over nine decades.
From Propeller to Jet Propulsion
The whole story began with the MiG-1, a light fighter, produced in a limited run of only a hundred machines. It was replaced by the more powerful high-altitude MiG-3, capable not only of intercepting enemy aircraft, but also of striking ground targets and conducting reconnaissance.
Then came the jet age. The MiG-9 became the first representative of the new generation, and the MiG-15 became famous in the skies of Korea, where it successfully resisted American F-86 Sabres and even heavy B-29 bombers.
Legends of the Cold War
Next, the MiG-17 and MiG-19 entered service, followed by the iconic MiG-21, nicknamed "Balalaika" by pilots. This supersonic fighter remained a symbol of the Soviet school for decades and fought all over the world — from Vietnam to the Middle East, where it shot down the famous F-4 Phantom IIs and even B-52s.
Speed on the Verge of the Possible
The era of speed was opened by the MiG-25, which accelerated to 3000 km/h and was nicknamed the "Flying Fox". Its successor, the MiG-31, became not just an interceptor, but also a carrier of hypersonic "Kinzhal" missiles, proving the indispensability of the heavy fighter class.
Modern MiG-29s and MiG-35s continue to develop the idea of a universal front-line fighter, getting as close as possible in capabilities to the fifth generation.
A Look into the Future
In the finale of the video — intrigue. The mysterious MiG-41, known as PAK DP, should become the fastest and most high-tech aircraft in the history of the MiG Design Bureau. According to plans, it will take to the air as early as the end of this decade, opening a new page in the development of Russian combat vehicles.
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