New Tu-214ON successfully passed the first stage of the survey, which was held in Moscow Kubinka, RIA Novosti.
Events of the first phase were carried out from 21 to 29 May. They were attended by 56 specialists from 20 countries participating in the Open Skies Treaty.
As the head of the National Center for Nuclear Risk Reduction Sergey Ryzhkov, foreign experts were shown the design features of the machine, associated with the installation of its digital equipment of the Russian manufacture. Foreign inspectors thoroughly acquainted with the ground handling complex and carried out the necessary measurements on optical test facility, designed to determine the resolution of a digital surveillance equipment.
According to Ryzhkov, aircraft made 4 flight with participation of foreign experts, during which Russian inspectors have carried out an aerial survey of the optical test object in Kubinka. The results of processing the materials obtained have confirmed the value of heights, which can be used to digital equipment Aircraft.
he noted, that the activities carried out have shown a high level of preparation of the Russian inspectors, and also demonstrated Russian interest in further effective operation Treaty.
Successful completion of the first phase is the first step in the international admission Tu-214ON for use within the framework of the Open Skies Treaty, He concluded Ryzhkov.
Carrying out of the final stage of the survey is planned for September of this year,.
Recall, the aforementioned Agreement (Treaty on Open Skies) It is an international instrument, establishing surveillance flight regime over the territory of the Member States with the aim of monitoring the implementation of disarmament agreements, observation of military activities and the strengthening of trust between States.
