Sukhoi Su-17 facts for kids
The Su-17 Fitter is a powerful Soviet attack aircraft. An attack aircraft is a military plane designed to attack targets on the ground. This plane first started being used by the Soviet Air Forces in 1970.
The Su-17 was also known by other names, like Su-20 and Su-22. These names were used in other communist countries and in the Middle East. Today, Russia no longer uses the Su-17. However, it is still active in countries such as Vietnam, Syria, Yemen, Poland, and Angola.
What is the Su-17 Fitter?
The Su-17 Fitter is a type of military aircraft. It was built in the Soviet Union (which is now mostly Russia). Its main job was to attack targets on the ground. This means it could drop bombs or fire rockets at enemy positions.
Design and Features
The Su-17 is known for its "variable-sweep wings." This means its wings can move backward or forward. When the wings are swept back, the plane can fly faster. When they are spread out, it can fly slower and take off or land on shorter runways. This design made it very versatile.
Where Was It Used?
The Su-17 was a very popular aircraft. It was used by many countries around the world. Besides the Soviet Union, countries in Eastern Europe and the Middle East also flew the Fitter. It saw action in several conflicts.
Images for kids
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An Su-20 (left) next to an older, similar Su-7BKL.
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A Soviet Su-17M.
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Iraqi Su-22M aircraft in a hangar damaged by Coalition air strikes during Operation Desert Storm.
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Libyan Su-22M.
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Sukhoi Su-22 "Fitter F" aircraft of the Peruvian Air Force.
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Polish Su-22M4 in the markings of 7th Tactical Sqn.
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Polish Su-22M4 in markings of 7th Tactical Sqn.
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Polish Su-22M4
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A former Afghan Air Force's Su-22M4 that now sits as a landmark at the entrance of Hamid Karzai International Airport
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Hungarian Su-22M3
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Former LARAF Sukhoi Su-22M Fitter-H
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Retired Slovak Su-22M4
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Orthographic projection of the Su-17M4 "Fitter K", with plan view of wings swept and spread
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See also
In Spanish: Sukhoi Su-17 para niños
