Posted on 06/01/2025 4:13:24 AM PDT by marcusmaximus
An analysis of satellite images of the Belaya base indicates that the Russians have amassed 42 Tu-22M3 bombers there. Analysts from Defense Express point out that this constitutes over 80% of the entire Russian fleet of this type of aircraft and provide possible reasons for such concerning and unannounced movements.
Considering other recent movements of Russian aviation, Defense Express analysts note that Russia has concentrated a significant portion of its entire strategic air fleet at the Belaya base. This base is located in Eastern Siberia, approximately 53 miles from Irkutsk.
In addition to the Tu-22M3, the Belaya base now also hosts other bombers—seven Tu-95MS and seven Tu-160. Analysts consider gathering such a large number of strategic aircraft in one place to be highly unusual.
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Drone safe
Nope.
It could be related to the ongoing situation (leadership crisis) in China.
Olenya airfield is on the Kola peninsula near Murmansk and the border with Finland.
Should get everyone’s attention.
Could be a smoking “accident” in the near future 😎
That didn’t age well
Your going to need more popcorn, wonder who the genius who made the decision to move the aircraft, would stay away from windows😎
Russia’s so weak, China is a threat. Pretty stupid no developing modern bombers. These idiots are still using Cold War relics.
Hmmmmmm
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More than 40 Russian airplanes burning at Belaya, Dyagilevo, Olenya, and Ivanovo bases.
Peace Treaty? Head shake.
First Russia slams Ukraine.
Now Ukraine slams Russia.
Who is serious about peace? Head shake.
Base Locations:
Olenya Air Base in Murmansk
Belaya Air Base in Irkutsk
Ivanovo Air Base in Ivanovo
Dyagilevo Air Base in Ryazan
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