*** Posted by Rapier ***
Hi Kim,

Wow! it really is a pretty big fighter. When you compare the data you have mentioned Kim it's easy to see that the F-16 is much smaller. I think the main reason for the size of the SUE's is it's strike capability it has massive internal fuel tanks to maintain itself in the air for longer periods than most fighter aircraft. It has also set numerous records and come out top in many of these records. I'm sorry to admit this Kim but the SUE's are better than the F-16 in many areas, but put the SUE's up against the F22's and the F22's will make mince-meat out of them without any trouble, even in close combat. Well done for giving us that data Kim it's always good to learn somthing new.

Regards

Rapier

[measurements of the two (SU/F-16):
Lenght: 70 feet vs. 48 feet!
Vingspan: 48 feet vs. 31 feet!
Short conclusion: The lenght of the F-16 is the same as the wingspan of the Flanker!!
]