The MiG-17 is a Soviet transonic jet fighter. It is, in essence, an upgraded MiG-15. Most units have been upgraded to the MiG-17PF standard; its two main differences are its more powerful Klimov VK-1F afterburning turbojet engine and the inclusion of an early RP-1 Izumrud radar. The 17's upgraded airframe allows it to surpass Mach 1 comfortably, thus turning this into a transonic fighter. The MiG-17 has primarily seen action in the Taiwan Strait and over the skies of Vietnam, though it is beginning to appear in the inventories of air forces allied to the Soviet Union, including the OPA Air Force which has begun operating these fighters in its 2nd Air Division.
Abilities
Common Attributes - National
Red Thunder - Soviet Aircraft (CW)
The Soviet Air Force in the Cold War focuses in fielding a large number of capable platforms capable of intense fighting over prolonged periods of time.
EFFECT:
If this aircraft's weapons fire at an enemy Aerial Vehicle 🛩️ within Average Range, their damage is maximised.
Closing distance with an enemy when Dogfighting requires a Hard DM Air Superiority check.
Additionally, when performing any skill check regarding production, modification, repair or maintenance of this aircraft, add an Easy DM.
Unique Attributes
Migs On My Six! - MiG-15/17 UA
Throughout the earlier years of the Cold War, the Mikoyan-Gurevich Design Buraeu's fighters were dreaded by American pilots and their allies for their seemingly unnatural agility in a dogfight. It was partly for this reason that the west perfectioned beyond-visual-range missile warfare in the air.
EFFECT:
This aircraft gains +1 Air Superiority when Dogfighting against any Fighter ⚡ or Strike Fighter ⚡.