Russia Aircraft and Aerospace Programs

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A batch of new Russian Su-35S fighters, manufactured by the Yury Gagarin Aircraft Plant, has been delivered to the Russian Ministry of Defense as part of a state defense order. The Su-35S is a successful development of the Soviet fourth-generation Su-27 heavy fighter. In terms of performance, the aircraft is almost on par with fifth-generation fighters, although it is inferior primarily in radar signature. The aircraft have undergone a full cycle of factory testing, have been accepted by technical personnel, and have been pilot-tested in various operating modes.

 

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The maiden flight of the Russian Yak-130M combat trainer aircraft took place at the Irkutsk Aviation Plant. The flight lasted approximately 50 minutes and took place at altitudes of up to 2,000 meters and speeds of up to 600 km/h. The flight mission was fully accomplished, and there were no complaints regarding the aircraft.