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The White Swan of Russia’s Air Force Tupolev TU-160 Blackjack

Writing by Tolip on Thursday, 27 of September , 2007 at 9:33 pm

The heaviest combat aircraft ever to be built, the Tupolev TU-160 (NATO codename Blackjack) is a supersonic, variable geometry heavy bomber designed by the Tupolev Design Bureau.

Due to the antiflash white finish and excellent maneuverability the TU-160 was nicknamed by its pilots the White Swan.There are currently 14 White Swans in service with the Russian Air Force.

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