Designer of Su-25 and Superjet 100 Yuri Ivashchkin passed away.

Designer of Su-25 and Superjet 100 Yuri Ivashchkin passed away
Designer of Su-25 and Superjet 100 Yuri Ivashchkin passed away

According to inkorr.com: Yuri Ivashchkin, the chief designer of Su-25 and Sukhoi Superjet 100, passed away at the age of 92. This was reported by the news agency 'Glavkom'.

Career of Yuri Ivashchkin

Ivashchkin headed the Sukhoi design bureau from 1980 to 1985. He developed the Su-25 and also participated in the creation of the Su-9 and Su-15 fighters, as well as the reconnaissance bomber T-4. In 2000, he became the project manager for the Sukhoi Superjet 100.

Recently, the Sukhoi Superjet 100 became the first jet aircraft created in Russia after the USSR. It entered service in 2011.

Incidents with Sukhoi Superjet 100

The article also mentions several incidents involving the Sukhoi Superjet 100, including an air crash in Indonesia and other accidents in various countries. More details can be found in the material from 'Glavkom'.

Death of Kirill Vyshinsky

In addition, news reports about the death of another public figure - Kirill Vyshinsky, former head of the 'RIA Novosti' branch in Ukraine. Vyshinsky held Ukrainian citizenship and was accused of treason.

Yuri Ivashchkin left a significant mark on the development of the aviation industry, particularly due to his designs and involvement in major projects. The death of Kirill Vyshinsky, against the backdrop of these events, further underscores the complex situation in society.


Read also

Advertising