Russia unveils 3400-pound fifth-gen aircraft engine, promising supercruise for fighter jets

stlbeacon.org - 11/20/2025

Russia’s primary engine manufacturer, United Engine Corporation (UEC), part of Rostec, has revealed its new 177S turbofan engine at the Dubai Airshow 2025. The fifth-generation propulsion system for tactical combat aircraft was designed as a direct evolution of the proven AL-31F/FP series currently powering the entire Su-27 family of fighter aircraft.

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