Russia uses its Sukhoi fleet of fighter jets to try and control Syrian air space. One model frequently used is the Su-30. It can reach a max speed of over 1,300 mph, can be mounted with a machine gun, anti-ship and air-to-air missiles, and it can carry plenty of bombs. The Su-30 also sometimes provides cover for Russia's bigger bombers.
Story by Allan Smith and editing by Chelsea Pineda.
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