The “Russian Knights” aerobatic team of the Russian Aerospace Forces took part in a performance during the air show held in Nanchang, China.
Flying Su-35 and Su-30SM fighter jets, the pilots demonstrated the aircrafts’ supermaneuverability and executed a variety of complex aerobatic maneuvers.
Among the featured routines were the “mirror,” the “bell,” the dispersion maneuver, and low-altitude, low-speed passes. The displays highlighted the pilots’ training and coordination, as well as the technical capabilities of the aircraft used.
The participation of the “Russian Knights” in Nanchang is part of the international aviation events calendar and reflects the ongoing exchange between teams from different countries.
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About the “Russian Knights”
The “Russian Knights” team (in Russian, Русские Витязи) is one of the most renowned aerobatic display units of the Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS).
Formed in 1991, the squadron is based at Kubinka Air Base, near Moscow, and is distinguished for performing with heavy combat aircraft—something rare in the world of aerobatics.
Originally equipped with Su-27 fighters, the team later transitioned to Su-30SM and Su-35S aircraft, using them in both domestic and international shows to demonstrate the technical performance and maneuverability of Russian fighters. The “Russkiye Vityazi” formations are known for their precision and synchronization in group flights, including complex maneuvers at high speeds and low altitudes.
Over more than three decades of activity, the “Russkiye Vityazi” have become a symbol of Russian aviation, participating in air events around the world and representing the tradition and professionalism of Russia’s military aviation.
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Source and images: Telegram @RussianKnights | @mod_russia. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
