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    NORAD intercepts Russian aircraft entering Air Defense Identification Zone [Image 1 of 2]

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    The image shows a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jet flying in close proximity to a Russian Tu-95 'Bear' strategic bomber. The Russian aircraft is identifiable by its white paint scheme and red star insignia on the tail fin. This appears to be an intercept or escort mission, a common occurrence when Russian military aircraft approach U.S. or allied airspace.

    PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, COLORADO, UNITED STATES

    10.19.2020

    Photo by Pvt. CANR NORAD 

    North American Aerospace Defense Command

    North American Aerospace Defense Command F-22 fighter aircraft, supported by E-3 airborne warning and control system and KC-135 refueler aircraft, intercepted two Russian Tu-95 bombers escorted by two Su-35 fighter aircraft late Monday evening.

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    Date Taken: 10.19.2020
    Date Posted: 10.22.2020 13:24
    Photo ID: 6398480
    VIRIN: 201019-F-ZZ999-1001
    Resolution: 2048x1536
    Size: 149.68 KB
    Location: PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, COLORADO, US
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    The image shows a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jet flying in close proximity to a Russian Tu-95 'Bear' strategic bomber. The Russian aircraft is identifiable by its white paint scheme and red star insignia on the tail fin. This appears to be an intercept or escort mission, a common occurrence when Russian military aircraft approach U.S. or allied airspace.
    Two military aircraft are flying in close proximity above a thick cloud layer against a deep blue sky. The scene appears to depict an intercept or escort situation, with a dark stealth fighter flying alongside a larger white turboprop aircraft. The photograph was likely taken from a third aircraft observing the encounter.

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