> Flying and improving Soyuz (especially through the tough times of 199x and beginning of 200x) is definitely a success
Let's not forget that they survived those 'tough times' with generous US financing.
Let's not forget that they survived those 'tough times' with generous US financing.
I was wondering why you were trying to prove your invalid point that the USSR did not lead in innovation in some, limited sectors - looks like the only thing your account does is hate on Russia.
Which is fine, but I am kind of interested in the why.
Ok, on the serious side - US obtained that design in joint agreement with a huge financial boon for YAK bureau to develop another plane for Russia.
Guess what - nothing from Yak design went into F-35 and nothing was produced in Russia by Yak.
Coincidence? I think not(c).