The Berkut was created as a testbed for forward-swept wing technology, and the benefits it could bring to fighter maneuverability (like the X-29). While it did prove extremely maneuverable at subsonic and transonic speeds, its supersonic performance was problematic due to a characteristic issue of forward-swept wings: structural twisting under increased lift, which could lead to the complete destruction of the wings if subjected to sufficient stress. Due to this issue, the Berkut was not mass-produced, and because of this its planned thrust-vectoring capability never materalized.
The Ace Combat 04 rendition of the Berkut is notable for being a transitional model. It has slightly different proportions and has several inaccuracies. Its overall appearance is a synthesis of the earlier Su-43 model (from Ace Combat 3) and the real-world Su-47, due to the fact that the real plane had very few references at the time. This discrepancy was remedied later in Ace Combat 5, where a more accurate model is used.
The Belkan Air Force continued using the Su-47 during the Circum-Pacific War. A large number of Belkan Su-47 pilots flew to the Vladimir Mountains in Yuktobania to intercept Wardog Squadron,[6] but Belka only used its remaining Su-47s to defend its own territory following that engagement.[7][8][9]
The Berkut was utilized in the later stages of the Lighthouse War in limited numbers. One of the first deployments of the Su-47 during the war was by Mimic Squadron of General Resource Limited's Guardian Mercenaries during Operation Sighthound. These Berkuts were outfitted with advanced ECM systems which could interfere with targeting systems.[16] Mimic once again flew their Berkuts six days later, where they were engaged and shot down by Trigger and Count during Operation Domino.[17] Another notable Su-47 pilot was Erusea's Jules Martin, who joined a flight of Su-35S Flanker-Es intended to reinforce the failing defenses of the Erusean airbase at Cape Rainy; however, both he and the Flanker-Es were shot down by Trigger.[18] Erusean Su-47s were later seen as part of Farbanti's defenses during Operation Giant's Step,[19] and at the end of the war where Radical Eruseans used the aircraft during Operation Daredevil.[20]
Surprisingly, there is not one Su-47 seen in the campaign missions of Assault Horizon, probably due to the game's real world setting and the fact that only one exists. However, this raises the question as to how Task Force 108 was able to gain one for their arsenal and manage to make it battleworthy.
"A large multirole fighter whose unique forward-swept wings, canards, and horizontal tail wings give it an instantly recognizable shape. Proposed as a fifth-generation fighter before the concept was solidified, it has a wing design that provides agility superior to fourth-generation fighters. Its nickname is "Berkut.""
Erusea: White and Grey two-tone camouflage. (Unlocked by earning the "Silver Ace" medal: Destroy 2000 enemy hostiles in campaign mode.)
Special: Three-tone white, dark grey and light grey splinter camouflage, with black anti-glare panels. (Unlock: Shoot down Gadfly in Mission 14: Cape Rainy Assault)
"A multirole fighter, created as a prototype fifth generation fighter. Places canards ahead of wings and tailplanes, giving it a characteristic tandem-triple layout. If its unique aerodynamics can be put to effective use, the unrivaled turning capabilities can lead to big advantages in aerial combat. Known as the "Berkut", which is Russian for "Golden Eagle"."
"TYPE: F (Fighter) An ultra-maneuverable fighter that is strong in one-on-one dogfights. The main, canard, and tail wings that make it a three surface aircraft are a prominent feature. If its unique aerodynamics can be mastered, it exhibits outstanding turning performance that provides an edge going into battle. It is nicknamed "Berkut.""
Color 2: 3-tone blue and grey jagged camo with the bort numbers "Blue 56", used by a Ukrainian Air Force Su-27 before it switched over to digital camouflage pattern.
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"The “Berkut” is distinguished by its three-surface-design, comprised of forwardswept wings, canard wings and horizontal stabilizer. The latest in avionic technologies help overcome instabilities inherent in its complex aerodynamics, positioning the SU-47 on the cutting edge of experimental aircraft technology. The SU-47 fighter features superb maneuverability and stability. Equipped with high-maneuver missiles, its superiority in a 1-on-1 aerial conflict is unrivaled. Designed to dominate in a dogfight, it is the preeminent fighter."
Estovakia: White/grey two-tone camouflage with registration number “TT 23” and high visibility markings.
Estovakia SP: Dark grey disruptive camouflage, black nose, black tail and wing edge stripes with registration number “MK 04” and high visibility markings.
"The "Berkut" is characterized by the forward-swept wings that enable very sharp turns. Stability is maintained by electronically controlled canard wings, making this a preeminent fighter aircraft."
"The "Berkut" is characterized by the forward-swept wings that enable very sharp turns. Stability is maintained by electronically controlled canard wings, making this a preeminent fighter aircraft."
In Assault Horizon, during the briefing of the mission Motherland, several photos of Ace Combat 6's Su-47 are on the walls.
The standard Leasath color scheme from Skies of Deception, standard Estovakia color scheme from Fires of Liberation, Albireo Squadron’s color scheme from Assault Horizon Legacy and the standard Erusea color scheme from Skies Unknown for the Su-47 Berkut actually use identical camouflage patterns, albeit with different color palettes.
Thrust vectoring is the ability to change the direction of thrust emitted from an engine. Aircraft with thrust vector control can perform enhanced maneuvers not available to aircraft without it.