First flight of Russian Superjet with domestically-made engines
Russian state corporation Rostec announced that the Superjet aircraft has conducted its first flight equipped with domestically-made PD-8 engines, as part of a propulsion system test.
The flight lasted 40 minutes, reaching a speed of 500 kilometers per hour at an altitude of 3,000 meters.
The flight commander stated that the engines demonstrated good stability and their performance was evaluated in both static and variable conditions. Sergei Chemezov, head of Rostec, emphasized that this achievement demonstrates the accuracy of engineering calculations and enhances the aircraft's readiness, as progress continues in replacing foreign products.
Further tests are scheduled for next April, with additional engines to be delivered for flight tests at the end of March.
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