Military Aircraft of 1982
Fighter
Sukhoi Su-27S Flanker-B
The definitive production version of the Soviet air-superiority king.
Fighter
British Aerospace Sea Harrier FRS1 (Combat)
The hero of the South Atlantic that proved VTOL combat viability.
Helicopter
Mil Mi-26 Halo (Service Entry)
The world's largest production helicopter enters active duty.
Other
Embraer EMB 312 Tucano
The revolutionary turboprop trainer that felt like a jet.
Other
Lockheed F-117A (Operational Testing)
The Nighthawk begins secret operational integration.