Fighter Deal With India To Be Finalized In Early 2009
December 05 2008
Russia and India are scheduled to sign an agreement early next year to develop a fifth-generation fighter, RIA Novosti reports.
The advanced multirole fighter is being developed by the Sukhoi company in Russia and Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) in India.
Both single-seat and dual-seat versions are being developed, a Russian industry spokesman said.
The fighter will feature high maneuverability and stealth and will be capable of assaulting ground and sea targets, according...
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