Tag: pilot training

Su-57D Two-Seat 5G Fighter Makes Debut

First flight of the two-seat Sukhoi-57D | Photo: United Aircraft Corporation

Russia’s Su-57D has completed its first test flight, marking the debut of what is considered the world’s first two-seat fifth-generation fighter aircraft. The new variant is intended to combine combat, training and command-and-control roles, including management of operations involving manned and unmanned aircraft.

Saab, Boeing & BAE Systems offer T-7 trainer to UK RAF

Saab-Boeing T-7 Red Hawk advanced trainer aircraft | Photo: Saab

Saab, Boeing and BAE Systems have signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on the UK’s next fast-jet training programme, proposing a system built around the T-7 trainer aircraft. The companies plan a UK-based assembly line, integrated live-synthetic training capabilities and expanded supply-chain opportunities, while also positioning the collaboration for future international pilot-training requirements.