The Unrealized Potential of the MiG-29

In the late 1970s, the Soviet Union would develop a new fighter aircraft which, for a time, rivalled the F-16 as the best dogfighter in the sky. The MiG-29 Fulcrum - as it became known - was a great design. As time has gone on, the aircraft has remained a part of Russia’s inventory, although outclassed by the newer Flanker variants, and new models of the original western rivals, like the Viper and Eagle. In this video we will look at the classic Cold War fighter, the Fulcrum, which despite its public reputation, was sadly overlooked for sustained development. For over two decades it has arguably never reached its full potential. CONTENTS 00:00 Intro 00:59 Background & Development 02:32 MiG-29 vs F-16 06:30 Downfall 7 rise of the Flanker 09:36 MiG-29M & MiG-35 10:47 Wrap Up Please consider supporting this channel by purchasing our merchandise at https://peacemaker.fashion Transcripts and discussion can be found at our Substack https://militaryaviationvideos.substack.com/ We are affiliates for AVI-8 watches. Get 20% off full-priced items by using the code AMAHA when you click through to https://www.avi-8.com/AMAHA If you are looking for an aviation themed gift and want to support this channel, check out the Military Shop by using our affiliate link https://militaryshop.com.au/?ref=AMAHA and you can also use our coupon code AMAHA for a discount! We are affiliates with Airfix Models - please use our link https://prf.hn/l/meNMQn5 You can also support us here: https://raafdocumentary.com/support/ _____________ Disclaimer _____________ Original footage and recreated scenes (using DCS, War Thunder, etc) may not be 100% accurate to the event being described but has been used for dramatic effect. This is because there may not have been original footage of a particular event available, or copyright prevents us from showing it. Our aim is to be as historically true as we can be given the materials available. Copyright disclaimer under fair dealing sections ss 40/103C, ss 41/103A,ss 42/103B of the Copyright Act which includes research, study, criticism, review, and reporting of news. Copyright remains with the respective owners. These videos are made for educational purposes only. The Australian Military Aviation History Association is a not-for-profit association with the intent of recording, preserving and promoting Australian military aviation history.