---
title: "Here’s the difference between Russian and American jets"
date: "2018-11-01"
modified: "2020-10-21"
authors:
  - name: "Orvelin Valle"
    link: "https://www.wearethemighty.com/authors/orvelinvalle/"
url: "https://www.wearethemighty.com/mighty-tactical/heres-the-difference-between-russian-and-american-jets/"
categories:
  - "Aircraft"
  - "Tactical"
---

# Here’s the difference between Russian and American jets

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This NOVA video shows the difference between Russian and American tactical aircraft from an American fighter pilot's perspective.

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"\[The Russians\] build airplanes like tanks," says a U.S. Navy pilot in the video. "The U.S. Air Force and the West build airplanes like fine watches."

**Watch:**

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpPSPQq7oas

[The News Sports Channel](<https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC53q8uiubdZOltyF0vONToQ>), YouTube

## Author
OV is a Navy veteran and an expert in social media and entertainment marketing. Previously, with music electronics company Roland, he created social media outreach and growth strategies that became Roland's worldwide corporate standard. OV also managed social media and promotions for Madison Square Garden and Clear Channel Radio.