Science & Technology

Russian PAK-DA can 'launch nuke from space'

By T.K. Randall
July 15, 2016

Image: AI-generated (Midjourney) The next-generation hypersonic stealth aircraft will be capable of flying anywhere on the planet within the space of just two hours and may even be able to launch nuclear attacks from space.

Equipped with a special hybrid Turbofan engine, the aircraft will use traditional kerosene fuel while flying in Earth's atmosphere but will change to methane and oxygen while in low-level orbit.Known as the PAK-DA, the vehicle is being developed as part of a renewed arms race between Russia, China and the US with each vying to build their own hypersonic stealth aircraft.

"The unit's operational ability had been proven", said General Sergei Karakayev. "Right now we are reviewing the nuances, which will take approximately one year. Once we agree on the plans, we will start building the engine itself."

"In the second year of development (2018) we will build the hardware. Perhaps I am rushing things, and some issues may arise, but by 2020 we should have a fully-functioning product."

Source: IB Times

Tags: PAK-DA, Russia, Bomber