5 Dec 2016 21:38

Putin positively assesses status of Russian helicopter engineering

CHELYABINSK. Dec 5 (Interfax) - A helicopter capable of reaching speed over 400km/h has been tested in Russia, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

"They have already tested a helicopter, which showed speeds a little over 400km/h. Due to what? They have changed blades and materials. This is the major innovation," Putin said at a meeting with JSC Eterno employees in Chelyabinsk.

The president highly assessed the status of Russian helicopter engineering.

"The Russian Helicopters holding is developing successfully. I believe revenue has increased twofold in four years and net income has grown twofold," he said.