$5M Buys the Ride of Your Life

January 15th, 2010 admin

The Russian Sukhoi SU-27 has a top speed of Mach 1.8 (more than 1,300 mph) and a thrust-to-weight ratio greater than 1:1. In other words, it can accelerate while climbing straight up. It was designed to fight the best the United States had to offer, and it can be yours for the cost of a mediocre used business jet. Last week, we told you about a cool DIY jet . If you …


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