American F-35 fighter pilots encountered a deceptive maneuver of Russian S-300 anti-aircraft missile systems (SAM). Air Force Times.
It is noted that combat aircraft do not always recognize complexes, since the air defense system has digital methods to evade detection.
“We saw the SA-20 (the name of the S-300 in NATO countries. – socialbites.ca.), but my fighter could not identify it,” said Colonel Craig Andrle.
In addition, Colonel Brad Bashor stated that the F-35 pilots did not encounter provocations from the Russian and Belarusian Air Forces during their patrols.
“There is no direct interaction and nothing unprofessional on either side,” the soldier said.
Formerly U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Michael Schmidt reportedHalf of the F-35 fighter jets are unable to make combat flights.