New Tu-160M Missile Carrier Makes First Flight
Russia is building up its strategic missile-carrying force by placing Tupolev's mighty Tu-160M “Blackjack” back into production.
The first new-build Tu-160M flies over the Kazan factory during its initial flight on January 12. (Photo: United Aircraft Corporation)
The first new-build Tu-160M flies over the Kazan factory during its initial flight on January 12. (Photo: United Aircraft Corporation)