The Su-7Bkl variant was specifically designed for operation from rough, unpaved runways, featuring strengthened landing gear and skis for snow operation.
The Bkl model incorporated a JATO (Jet Assisted Take Off) system to reduce its required takeoff distance.
The Su-7 series was widely exported to Warsaw Pact countries and various Middle Eastern nations.
The aircraft is mounted at a permanent tilt to simulate a climbing flight path.
This specific memorial was established during the Soviet period as part of a trend to place decommissioned military hardware in public squares to inspire patriotism and interest in engineering.
The Litak Su-7Bkl is a static aviation monument featuring a Soviet-era fighter-bomber mounted on a pedestal in the South-Western district of Cherkasy. This aircraft represents the Su-7 series, a swept-wing jet capable of supersonic speeds that served the Soviet Air Force from the late 1950s through the 1980s. The installation serves as a prominent landmark in the local urban landscape, commemorating the region's history with aviation technology. It is located prominently along Peremohy Avenue, accessible as an open-air public display. The site is maintained as a local historical attraction reflecting the Cold War era of aeronautical engineering.
From the sidewalk across the avenue for a full side-profile shot of the aircraft in its climbing position.
Visit during daylight hours to see the fine details of the aircraft's air intake and wing structure.
The monument is located along a busy pedestrian corridor, so be prepared for moderate foot traffic.
There is no formal interior access, so plan for a quick outdoor photo opportunity.
Do not attempt to climb the pedestal or touch the aircraft, as it is a preserved monument.
