MiG-31It became known that in the west of Russia there was an incident with a MiG-31 fighter-interceptor. It skidded off the runway.Discuss
It is known that the MiG-31 rolled out of the runway during takeoff. It is noted that this is due to a technical malfunction. There were no casualties during the incident. An investigation by the commission of the Aerospace Forces (VKS) of the Russian Federation has already begun at the air base.
It is reported that the MiG-31 was not seriously damaged, so it will return to service after technical problems are fixed.
Recall that the MiG-31 is a long-range fighter-interceptor, the first flight of which took place in 1975. The aircraft can intercept and destroy air targets, including enemy bombers and cruise missiles.
Source: Military Review