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Fifth generation fighter image intrigues MAKS 2009

An image of the Russian fifth-generation jet fighter T-50 – now under development – has popped up at MAKS 2009 International Air Show as an ornament on lapel pins.

22.08.2009, 16:38

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The bi-annual MAKS International air show has lifted off outside Moscow. Russia will be showcasing its latest in civil and military aviation, as foreign trade delegations are there to make major purchases.

A Russian MIG-35 performs during the MAKS 2009 (AFP Photo / Natalia Kolesnikova)

19.08.2009, 20:49 5 comments

Take to the skies with MAKS 2009

Su-34 and MIG-29 jet fighters, Black Shark helicopters, and the newest military and civil aircrafts from around the globe on display on the second day of the MAKS 2009 international air show outside Moscow.

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Fighter jets collide ahead of Moscow aviation show

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20.08.2009, 18:37 2 comments

Alligators can fly – at MAKS 2009

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22.08.2009, 14:12 1 comment

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Cream of Russian aviation showcased at MAKS air show

Published: 19 August, 2009, 20:17

All eyes are on the skies on day two of Russia's top aviation show. Aerobatics teams are giving some light relief for the aviation industry's big-hitters, who are clinching multi-million dollar deals at MAKS 2009.

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3 COMMENTS

Matthew Hoel August 19, 2009, 06:21 quote

I used to work on a simulator program for the Northrop F5/T-38. This jet sounds similar, but more up to date.

cobra maneuver August 19, 2009, 10:02 quote

I would die for being in Moscow this week and witness.....a cobra maneuver!

EP August 16, 2011, 23:29 quote

The fellow from ESA made a error. The moon of Phobos orbits round MARS not Saturn.

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