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The MiG-29, known to Western operators as the "Fulcrum," is a Soviet-built air superiority fighter. It is a widely exported aircraft, used by more than 20 countries, among whom are Iraq, Iran, North Korea, and Cuba. At shorter ranges, it is equal to the F-15, but at ranges of eight miles or more, the F-15 and F-18 are superior.
The Department of Defense acquired 21 "Fulcrums" from Moldova after learning that Iran had inspected the aircraft and were attempting to purchase them. Fourteen of the aircraft were the advanced "C" version, which carry a radar jammer.
The MiG-29 program was begun in 1984 as a equivalent to the new Western F-18 and F-15.