Originally Posted by
Zeeb
Hmmm..... all this thrust vectoring stuff the Russians have been doing for quite some time, and more recently other countries including the USA, is interesting and as noted makes a great airshow.
What I don't understand is how the low speed maneuverability is of any advantage unless we're taking on helicopters?????
Here is a video example from
worlds best for you to understand .From the
Greek Air Force. No Hollywood movie sht here.Real life worlds best.
VIDEO 3:12 the defended slows down changing the situation to close combat where missiles are useless and only guns can be used.
Guns point where aircraft is pointing.So the one who chase try to turn as tight as he can to take the kill.
With vector thrust he can turn tighter with out loosing cotrol and take the kill.
Canards are ok but they do need airflow.Something that vector thrust dont care about and offers superior manoeuvrability
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVLtj4-1CwM