Beriev A-50, Russian AWACS aircraft
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Beriev A-50, Russian AWACS aircraft
Early warning radar aircraft. View of the radar installation on top of a Beriev A-50 airborne early-warning and control system (AWACS) aircraft of the Russian Air Force. The large saucer-shaped dome contains a scanning radar that can pick up aircraft at 230km range and large surface objects (e.g. ships) at up to 400km. The Beriev A-50 Shmel ( Russian = bumble bee, NATO reporting name Mainstay ) is based on the four-engine Ilyushin-76 transport aircraft. The first flight was in 1978 with the first aircraft entering service in 1984
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Aeroplane Air Craft Airborne Early Military Observation Radar Radome Russia Russian Surveillance Warning Awacs Ilyushin Mainstay
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This print showcases the impressive Beriev A-50, a Russian AWACS aircraft known for its exceptional early warning radar capabilities. The image provides a detailed view of the radar installation situated atop this airborne early-warning and control system (AWACS) aircraft, belonging to the esteemed Russian Air Force. The standout feature of this aircraft is undoubtedly the large saucer-shaped dome housing a scanning radar that can detect aircraft within an astounding range of 230 kilometers. Additionally, it possesses the remarkable ability to identify substantial surface objects such as ships up to an astonishing distance of 400 kilometers. Derived from the Ilyushin-76 transport aircraft and aptly named "Shmel" meaning bumblebee in Russian (NATO reporting name Mainstay), this awe-inspiring machine took its inaugural flight in 1978 before officially entering service in 1984. With its primary purpose being military surveillance and observation, this Beriev A-50 plays a crucial role in fighter control operations. Its state-of-the-art technology enables it to provide advanced warnings and monitor potential threats with unparalleled precision. Captured by Science Photo Library, this striking photograph encapsulates both the power and sophistication embodied by Russia's renowned AWACS aircraft.
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