Um, one small thing, the Russian equipment is far from junk and most definitely their anti-aircraft systems when run by trained, competent crews, are among the most capable in the world. The s300 is a little bit long in the tooth, but the S400 and even upcoming 600 systems are extremely scary. Also, the Russians are basically leading the way in creating the network to censor Fusion anti-craft systems needed to detect and take down stealth aircraft as well.
Um, one small thing, the Russian equipment is far from junk and most definitely their anti-aircraft systems when run by trained, competent crews, are among the most capable in the world. The s300 is a little bit long in the tooth, but the S400 and even upcoming 600 systems are extremely scary. Also, the Russians are basically leading the way in creating the network to censor Fusion anti-craft systems needed to detect and take down stealth aircraft as well.