Hobby Master 1/72 MiG-29SMT 9-12 918 Russian Air Force Dubai 2005

The Russian Air Force's MiG-29SMT made a high-profile international appearance at the Dubai Airshow in November 2005, where it represented the most advanced evolution of the famous Fulcrum then available. Two MiG-29SMTs were exhibited: one on static display and another performed daily flight demonstrations, showcasing the aircraft's enhanced agility and multirole capabilities. The SMT upgrade featured a distinctive enlarged dorsal spine housing additional fuel, significantly extending the fighter's range while incorporating the Zhuk-ME multimode radar, a modern glass cockpit, open-architecture avionics, precision-guided weapon capability, and in-flight refueling. The aircraft was displayed as a demonstration of Russia's latest fighter technology and as a centerpiece of MiG's export campaign aimed at existing MiG-29 operators and prospective customers in the Middle East and beyond.