Aircraft
Russia May Slow T-50 Production for Economic Reasons
Six prototypes are flying, with four more to come.
One of the six T-50 prototypes that have flown to date touches down at the Zhukosky test base. (Photo: Vladimir Karnozov)
One of the six T-50 prototypes that have flown to date touches down at the Zhukosky test base. (Photo: Vladimir Karnozov)

Russian deputy defense minister General Yuri Borisov told Russian media that production of the Sukhoi PAKFA fifth generation fighter aircraft (manufacturer’s designation T-50) might be slowed, compared with previous plans. Since the PAKFA first flew in January 2010, six prototypes have been built and flown. Another four prototypes are due to be completed this year.


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