Tu-22M3 long-range bombers carried out a planned patrol over the neutral waters of the Barents Sea, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported.
Crews of Tu-22M3 supersonic missile-carrying bombers of the long-range aviation of the Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS), as part of the Zapad-2025 exercises, practiced combat training tasks over the neutral waters of the Barents Sea. The duration of the flight was about 4 hours.
All aircraft flights are carried out in strict accordance with international rules for the use of airspace, the military department reminded.
About Tu-22M3
The Tu-22M series aircraft are designed according to an aerodynamic configuration with a low-wing variable sweep wing. The structure is assembled from aluminum alloys, as well as high-strength and heat-resistant steels, magnesium and titanium alloys.
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