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This marks the first time Vietnam’s most advanced combat aircraft has performed aerobatic maneuvers over Ba Dinh Square during a rehearsal for the upcoming parade.

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The SU-30MK2 earns its nickname due to its pointed nose, long fuselage, and raised posture on the runway during takeoff, which evoke the image of a cobra raising its head.

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Equipped with thrust-vectoring engines, the SU-30MK2 is one of Vietnam’s most modern and powerful fighter jets, capable of exceptional maneuverability and complex aerobatic stunts. It is a versatile aircraft, proficient in long- and short-range air combat as well as ground and naval strikes.

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The SU-30MK2 is a key component of Vietnam’s Air Defence – Air Force, regularly appearing in parades and major aerial displays over Ba Dinh Square.

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In addition to the SU-30MK2, the Air Defence – Air Force rehearses formations of helicopters, C295 and C212i transport aircraft, Yak-130 combat trainer jets, and L-39NG jet attack trainers.

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In the photo, a formation of helicopters carrying the Party flag and the national flag flies in formation over Hanoi, passing Ba Dinh Square on the morning of August 24.

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In Vietnam, CASA aircraft are mainly used for domestic military transport, search and rescue, and logistics support for units in remote areas or islands.

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Yak-130 combat aircraft perform aerobatic maneuvers over Ba Dinh Square. The second full rehearsal for the parade commemorating Vietnam’s 80th August Revolution and National Day is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. on August 24 at Ba Dinh Square.

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