Until the mid 1950’s, small short-range airliners like the twin engined IL-14 were really the only type the Soviet Union produced. And that meant
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Ilyushin IL-96-400M – The Future Russian Flagship
Ilyushin IL-96-400M is the Russian flagship airliner modernization program. The project includes the development of the plane with increased capacity, improved flight and economic
Night Witches – Soviet All Female 588th Night Bomber Regiment
During the early stages of II World War, or as it is known in Russia and other ex-USSR countries – “The Great Patriotic War”,
Tupolev Tu-95 The Nuclear Bear
During the 1940s, the Soviet government, knowing of the American nuclear program, elected to begin work on its own nuclear weapon program. The goal
Victory Day Parade Russian Air Force Rehearsal
Rehearsal of the Russian air force for the Victory Day military parade which will take place on May 9 in Moscow. More than 70