The appearance of the first flying prototype of the Su-75 has been announced
KnAAZ (Komsomolsk-on-Amur Aviation Plant named after Yuri Gagarin) plans to expand its capacity for aircraft repair in the coming year. equipment and assemble two prototypes (for static and flight tests) of the Su-75 Checkmate light tactical aircraft.
As stated by the director of the enterprise, Yuri Alekseevich Kondratyev, in the event of an expansion of aircraft production, the number of sites for their assembly will increase.
As soon as a prototype of the Su-75 appears with the prospect of serial production, we will, of course, initiate the construction of additional areas for serial assembly of these fighters.
– noted the plant manager, emphasizing that this aircraft will give KnAAZ a new impetus for development.
Kondratyev also reported that the plant's main product remains the Su-35S fighter, since pilots recognize it as objectively the best and its capabilities are increasing over time. This year, the Su-35S will be modernized.
The enterprise will also increase production volumes of Russia's only multifunctional fifth-generation fighter, the Su-57. In 2025, the troops will receive a new version of this aircraft.
The director is confident that the company will cope with the increase in production volumes “thanks to our people, who are the main ones in aviation.”
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