Sunday, September 27, 2015

The Russian army will receive the latest fifth-generation fighter in 2017 – Pskov Information Agency

The test of fifth generation fighter T-50 will be completed next year, in 2017. The aircraft entered service of the Armed Forces, writes “Rosbalt».

 
 

According to the Chief of the Air and Space Forces Viktor Bondarev, testing promising aviation complex tactical aviation (PAK FA) T-50 pass successfully.

 
 

«Complex confirmed all their characteristics. And I think that according to the program in the next year we will finish testing and begin to receive in 2017 the T-50 “, – he said.

 
 

In July, it was reported that the Defense Ministry will cut the first purchase of the T-50. In coming years, the agency will acquire only one squadron, he said then deputy defense minister Yuri Borisov. In March, the newspaper “Kommersant” wrote that the military will buy only 12 fighters, although the original plan meant a contract for 52 aircraft.

 
 

PAK FA – Russian multipurpose fighter of the fifth generation. The use of composite materials and innovative technology, aerodynamic design aircraft, engine performance provides unprecedented low level of radar, optical and infrared signature. This can significantly improve its combat effectiveness in the work of both air and ground targets at any time and any weather conditions.


                    

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