The MiG-21PFM (NATO reporting name: Fishbed-F) is an upgraded variant of the Soviet-designed MiG-21 interceptor aircraft, developed in the 1960s. This model features improvements in radar systems, cockpit layout, and weapons capability compared to earlier versions. The MiG-21PFM can carry air-to-air missiles, bombs, and unguided rockets, and is equipped with a drag chute for landing assistance.Primarily intended for interception and air superiority missions, the MiG-21PFM also has limited ground-attack capabilities. It was widely used by Warsaw Pact nations and Soviet allies around the world, including Vietnam.
MiG-21PFM
AG1: Canopy
AG2: Airbrake
AG3: Activate Missile
AG4: Lights
AG5: Drogue Parachute
AG6: Drop Tank
AG7: Flaps Full Down
AG8: HUD
Afterburners will be activated when the throttle is above 90%.
VTOL down: Flaps
VTOL up: Manual Nose Cone Adjustment
Trim: Pitch Trim
*The rear airbrake can be deployed once the central drop tank is cleared (Activate 6).
Specifications
Spotlights
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General Characteristics
- Predecessor Simple MiG-21bis
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- Wingspan 23.0ft (7.0m)
- Length 50.2ft (15.3m)
- Height 14.4ft (4.4m)
- Empty Weight 12,029lbs (5,456kg)
- Loaded Weight 18,929lbs (8,586kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 1.442
- Wing Loading 72.5lbs/ft2 (353.9kg/m2)
- Wing Area 261.1ft2 (24.3m2)
- Drag Points 1001
Parts
- Number of Parts 307
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 1,686