Reportedly, Russia deployed up to six Su-57 fighter jets to carry out the recent attack on Odessa using Kh-69 missiles.
Russia deployed a large number of Su-57 fighter jets using Kh-69 missiles to attack Odessa.
Sunday, November 3, 2024, 8:00 PM (GMT+7)
Reportedly, Russia deployed up to six Su-57 fighter jets to carry out the recent attack on Odessa using Kh-69 missiles.
According to Ukrainian media, six fifth-generation Su-57 Felon stealth fighters and Su-34 Fullback frontline bombers have been deployed by the Russian Aerospace Forces for the latest offensive on the city of Odessa. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
The aforementioned squadron of fighter jets attacked multiple military targets in Odessa and the surrounding area with Kh-69 cruise missiles, also known as Kh-59MK2 (launched from Su-57s), and Kh-35U cruise missiles (launched from Su-34s). According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.
The Telegram channel Russian Weapon, specializing in Russian weapons, stated: "The Su-34 frontline bomber participating in the battle is the latest version, the Su-34NVO, equipped with many modern weapons systems for detecting and attacking targets." (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
At 8:10 PM on October 30th, the Odessa authorities warned of the presence of Russian aircraft over the Black Sea. Eleven minutes later, air raid sirens blared throughout the city, and at 8:41 PM the announcement: “Missiles flying from Crimea! Everyone take cover!” was issued. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
At 8:57 PM, the mayor of Odessa, Gennady Trukhanov, announced a large explosion in the city, although the head of the local government did not provide further details. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
Preliminary information indicates that the missile flew toward the Zatoka area, a strategic transportation artery due to the railway bridge connecting Ukraine with NATO allies, and therefore the majority of aid shipments pass through this area. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
Military experts note that the deployment of a large number of Su-57 stealth fighters by the Russian Aerospace Forces indicates significant progress in performance testing, allowing for more frequent deployment. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
Meanwhile, the Kh-69 missile appears to have completed all the necessary tests for widespread use in Russian fighter jet attacks, according to Rossiskaya Gazeta.
The developers explained that the missile's square cross-section makes it easy to fit into the fuselage of the fifth-generation Su-57 stealth fighter jet. The Kh-69 is a multi-functional missile with a small radar cross-section and high accuracy. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
The stealth capability against enemy air defense radar is primarily provided by the missile's body shape and special coating; integrating it into the weapons bay also ensures the Su-57 maintains its maneuverability. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
The Russians say that the air defense systems of any potential adversary have no chance of shooting down the Kh-69. Besides the Su-57, other fighters such as the Su-35, Su-30SM, and Su-34 can also carry this type of missile. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
The purpose of the new missile is also attracting attention, as it is designed to destroy infrastructure, including train stations and transport hubs. Analysts suggest this is part of Russia's military tactics in Ukraine. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
Particularly in the context of the West's announced large-scale transfer of high-precision long-range weapons to Ukraine, it can be assumed that the Kh-69 would be very useful in destroying bridge and road systems to block military aid routes. (According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.)
The Kh-69 is also capable of striking ammunition and fuel depots, command centers and communications centers; oil refineries; large production plants, power plants... these targets also fit the Russian concept of action in Ukraine. According to Rossiskaya Gazeta.
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Source: https://danviet.vn/nga-huy-dong-so-luong-lon-tiem-kich-su-57-su-dung-ten-lua-kh-69-tan-cong-odessa-20241103164249636.htm
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