OREANDA-NEWS  Against the background of a special military operation, foreign partners became interested in Russian Ka-52 helicopters. The Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation (FSMTC) told TASS about this at the Airshow China 2024 in Zhuhai (China).

"The Ka-52 helicopter was recognized by most international experts as the best of the combat reconnaissance and attack helicopters on the world market. A significant number of applications for these samples are received from foreign customers," the organization said.

Earlier, Yuri Shmotin, Deputy General Director of the United Engine Company, said that in 2024 Rostec state Corporation produced 700 serial VK-2500 engines, which are equipped with Russian Ka-52 and Mi-8 helicopters.

In September, the Russian Defense Ministry talked about the characteristics of the Ka-52.