VIDEO: Putin Conducts Test Flight on Mi-171A2 Helicopter

Russian President Vladimir Putin conducted a test flight using a Mi-171A2 helicopter simulator at the Ulan-Ude aviation plant. The footage of the test flight was provided by Ruptly.

In the video, the Russian leader is seen sitting at the controls, putting on headphones, and “lifting off” the device, which simulates the helicopter’s flight at various times of the day.

Putin's visit to the Ulan-Ude aviation factory took place yesterday, where he familiarized himself with the latest developments in helicopter technology, assessed the production process, and interacted with the workers.

As is known, the Mi-171A2 is a state-of-the-art multifunctional helicopter of the heavy class, designed based on the Mi-8/17 helicopter, which is one of the most widely operated aircraft in the world.