How to spot it
A swing-wing fighter with boxy intakes beside the cockpit, a long slim nose and a ventral fin that folds under the tail.
Often confused with
Mikoyan MiG-27
The MiG-27 has a flat, sloped 'duck' nose for ground attack; the MiG-23 has a pointed radar nose.
Mikoyan MiG-23 vs Mikoyan MiG-27: side by sideDetails
| Maker | Mikoyan (MiG) |
|---|---|
| Type | Military aircraft |
| ICAO code | MG23 |
| First flight | 1967 |
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