Mystery Russian Space Launch Sparks Meridian-M Speculation
Russia conducted yet another orbital launch from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome, its northern military space center, on April 3, 2026. A new satellite was successfully...
Russia Fixes PD-8 Engine Flaw Just Before Certification Deadline
The PD-8 turbofan engine has near achieved certification, a significant milestone for the Russian aviation industry. This program has progressed from early skepticism to...
Russia’s Yak-130M Set for 2026 Debut With 3 Flying Prototypes
The Yak-130, a widely used advanced trainer aircraft, is on the brink of a significant milestone in the modernization of Russia's defense aviation sector....
108 MC-21 Jets by 2030: Aeroflot’s Bold Bet on Russia’s Aviation Future
Russia's aviation sector is currently entering a critical phase. At the forefront of this metamorphosis is a bold commitment: the integration of 108 domestically...
Il-96-400M 9-Hour Test Flight Revives Russia’s Wide-Body Dream Amid Big Challenges
The Il-96-400M, a wide-body long-haul aircraft, has been officially resumed for flight testing in Russia. This project has become increasingly important to the country's...