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Aircraft Researched & Illustrated
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Hand-drawn Views per Aircraft
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Aircraft Roles
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Aircraft Manufacturers
Aircraft Recognition Playing Cards - Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation Edition
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Aircraft Recognition Playing Cards - Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation Edition
$13.99
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Designed and printed in the USA
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30-day return policy
Standard size, plays like a real deck
Cards
52 + 3 Jokers
Card Size
2.5" x 3.5"
Card Stock
310gsm embossed linen
Illustrated views
Front / Side / Bottom
The Original
Born From a WWII Necessity
Spotter cards were issued to Allied forces during World War II so a soldier glancing skyward could tell friend from foe in seconds, a skill that meant the difference between calling in support and continuing the mission as planned. Standard playing cards were the perfect way to teach it: most troops already carried a deck and could drill recognition in spare moments without a separate training aid. We took that same job, fast, reliable recognition, and gave it to a new generation of platforms for a modern interpretation of a historical classic.
The Mission Today
The Definitive Spotters Deck
Our modern spotters cards depict aircraft operated by Russia's Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation. We spend months researching and illustrating each platform, based on official specs and current photography, and release new editions yearly, retiring anything no longer in service so the recognition skills you build here hold up in the real world. The result is a deck of playing cards that cover 52 different in-service aircraft and 3 jokers; everything you need for your favorite card game or a round of visual recognition training.
How the deck breaks down
Our decks use suits to group and rank platforms by role so recognition patterns emerge as you play, helping you quickly understand how a platform relates to a larger group, instead of memorizing card-by-card.
Presidential Modes of Transport
Il-96-300, Tu-214, Mi-8MT, and other presidential modes of transport in full color.
Fighters, Bombers, & Attack
Tu-95, Su-57, Su-30 and other strike & air-superiority platforms.
Cargo & Multi-mission
Il-76, An-72, Tu-154 and other cargo and multi-mission platforms.
Electronic Warfare and Reconnaissance
Il-80, A-50, Geran-2 and other reconnaissance and ISR platforms.
Helicopters and Rotary Wing
Mi-28, Ka-52, Mi-8 and other helicopter and rotary wing platforms.
Trainers
L-39, Yak-130, and DA42: trainers from each branch.
Front, side & bottom views
Each card features original illustrations created specifically for this deck of the front, side, and bottom of the aircraft, the angles observers are most likely to see in the real world.
Wingspan, length, speed & range
Illustrations are paired with basic stats including wingspan, length, speed, and range, the result of months of research and verification.
Plays like a real deck
Standard 2.5” × 3.5" cards on high-quality linen-finish stock. Shuffle, deal, and play anything you’d play with a normal deck.
Depicted Platforms
Fighters, Bombers, & Attack
Ilyushin Il-96-300PU
Tupolev Tu-160 Blackjack
Tupolev Tu-22M Backfire
Tupolev Tu-95 Bear
Sukhoi Su-57 Felon
Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E/M
Sukhoi Su-34 Fullback
Sukhoi Su-30SM Flanker-H
Sukhoi Su-25 Frogfoot
Sukhoi Su-24 Fencer
Mikoyan MiG-35 Fulcrum-F
Mikoyan MiG-31 Foxhound
Mikoyan MiG-29 Fulcrum
Cargo & Multi-mission
Antonov An-124 Condor
Antonov An-22 Cock
Ilyushin Il-76 Candid
Tupolev Tu-154 Careless
Ilyushin Il-18 Coot
Antonov An-12 Cub
Tupolev Tu-134 Crusty
Antonov An-148
Antonov An-72 Coaler-C
Antonov An-26 Curl
Antonov An-140
Antonov An-24 Coke
Let L-410
Electronic Warfare and Reconnaissance
Tupolev Tu-214PU
Ilyushin Il-80 Maxdome
Beriev A-50 Mainstay
Tupolev Tu-214R
Ilyushin Il-20M Coot-A
Ilyushin Il-22 Coot-B
Ilyushin Il-78 Midas
Tupolev Tu-142 Bear
Ilyushin Il-38 May
Beriev Be-12 Mail
Antonov An-30 Crank
Kronshtadt Orion
Yelabuga Geran-2
Helicopters and Rotary Wing
Mil Mi-8MT Hip-H
Mil Mi-38
Mil Mi-28 Havoc
Mil Mi-26 Halo
Mil Mi-24 Hind
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H
Mil Mi-8 Hip
Kamov Ka-226 Hoodlum
Kamov Ka-52 Hokum-B
Kamov Ka-31 Helix
Kamov Ka-29 Helix-B
Kamov Ka-27 Helix-A
Kazan Ansat
Trainers
Diamond DA-42
Aero L-39
Yakovlev Yak-130 Mitten
Details and Policies
Who is this deck for?
This deck of cards is a great gift for aircraft lovers and aviation enthusiasts in your life. They contain useful information and facts about modern day aircraft and are fun to use at airshows and other events, as well as a fun piece of memorabilia. Standard 2.5" x 3.5" sizing means these double as a fully functional deck for any card game, the recognition illustrations don't interfere with normal play.
Materials & Construction
Shipping & Returns
We offer a variety of shipping options based on budget and speed of delivery. These options can be selected at checkout. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you may return it within 30 days for a refund. Reference our Return policy for more information.
Our Guarantee
We are committed to your ultimate satisfaction. If you are not happy with our service, or if something is wrong with your order, please let us know and we will do whatever we can to make it right. Contact us.