The American P-8A Poseidon reconnaissance aircraft approached the Russian borders over the neutral waters of the Black Sea. This was reported at the National Defense Management Center.
“To intercept the target, a Su-27 fighter from the air defense forces of the Southern Military District was raised”, – the message says.
The Russian crew approached the airborne object at a safe distance, identified it, and after the American plane turned around returned to the home airfield.
It is noted that the flight of the Su-27 took place in accordance with international rules, the R-8A Poseidon did not violate the Russian border.