How to produced the military aircraft MiG-29K/KUB in Russia?

The pride of the Russian aviation it's fighter MiG-29. Development of the first prototype light tactical fighter (LFI) of the new generation started in the late 1960s. In 1969, the competition was announced for the development of such an aircraft. Participated in the design Bureau Sukhoi and Yakovlev and Mikoyan and Gurevich. The winner was recognized OKB «MiG». Detailed elaboration of the project started in 1971. The first flight of the prototype was made on 6 October 1977, and serial production deployed in 1982 on the basis of the Moscow plant № 30 («Banner of labor»).

Meanwhile in Russia: strange people

Hey dude, I like your beard!

In the world live a lot of strange people. Some of them live in Russia. Although, some of them are just idiots. Otherwise, why they do such strange things?

The policeman on the hood of the car. How does the police in Russia?

The car of Russian police

It looks like it's becomes a bad tradition in Russia. Drunk drivers in Russia are trying to escape from the police. And carry the policeman on the hood of his car when you try to arrest. Of course, the next day malicious infringer say: Oh, sorry, I didn't notice the police and I don't drink driving. This is outrageous! I don't really like the police, but the police behaves correctly.

Meanwhile in Russia: incredible cars

On the roads in Russia may happen different funny stories. Look at these incredible photos!

The legendary T-34 back in the ranks again! Make a tank in his garage it's easy!

These stupid Russians (idiotic stamps in Hollywood films)

I like American films about Russia. In Russia all the people drink vodka, in Russia always winter and the people have strange surnames.

Drago is not Russian surname

The Soviet boxer in the movie "Rocky 4" name is Ivan Drago. A popular Russian name and a very, very strange surname. Probably, this is a strange Russian lived in Bulgaria or in Yugoslavia? 

Wedding in Russia: an unexpected video

A wedding is a wonderful event in life! Especially if this incredible event not prevent the continuation of this happy time. Carefully look at the house in the background. After a moment this house suddenly collapsing! Yes, look at banner on this house. This house for sale. Do you want to buy this house?

Meanwhile in Russia: how in Russia used excavators? Very funny videos!

How in Russia used excavators? There are many unusual ways! For example, the excavator can be used for travel on a ship as in this video:

Idiots on the roads in Russia (funny video)

Some are not very smart young people from Russia are trying to stand out in different ways. For example, they think what they have very cool cars. A machine with a low-slung is very cool! But what if on the way to meet a speed bump? See this interesting video from Russia.

I think what they idiots, but they resourceful guys!

One week in St. Petersburg and Moscow (positive video)

I think that's one of the most interesting and positive video about Russia. This clip is filmed in the biggest cities of Russia. Look, in Russia live people , who know how to enjoy life.

How to dispose of old cars in Russia

During the economic crisis in Russia in 2008, the Russian government has developed a program to support auto plants. The rule of this program - hand over the old car, and get a discount on the car is new. This video reveals only one episode in the eventful life tow-utilization of cars under the state program. It is a pity that program was finished in until the end of 2011.

New commemorative coins of Russia

May 24, 2013 Bank of Russia has issued commemorative coins:

A Silver coins of 3 rubles and a golden coins of 100 rubles in memoriam the 70th anniversary of the defeat of the Soviet forces of Nazi troops in the Battle of Stalingrad;

Kvass is a real Russian drink.

Kvass is a real Russian drink. It is a product of fermentation on the basis of rye bread with added sugar and raisins. Earlier it was only home made drink but now in Russia and the countries of the former USSR there are many factories that make kvass. Kvass contains some alcohol (0.5 to 2.2%), but you will not drunk! Kvass is so popular in Russia that Coca Cola has also become to produce kvass.


How to make kvass?

Positive compilation of Russian dash cams

Positive compilation of Russian dash cams. Tired of all the brutal dash cam videos? Here are positive for a change.Stay safe!

Gasoline prices in Russia and in other European countries

See an interesting infographic on the price of gasoline in Russia and other countries of Europe. Gasoline is cheaper only in Kazakhstan and Belarus.Based on prices for 95-octane gasoline (in Russia, 95-octane or higher) at the beginning of the II quarter of 2013.

Vodka in a special bottles from Russia

Manufacturers of Russian vodka come up with different ways to increase sales of its products. One of the ways is to use unusual bottles for vodka. For example, in the city of Samara factory "Rodnik" made vodka in bottles in the form of various historical characters (Tsar Peter the great, Napoleon Bonaparte, a Russian epic hero Ilya Muromets).

Russian king of disco in Egypt (funny video)

Russian love to vacation in Egypt. It is very pleasant to arrive from the winter in  summer. In addition, holiday in Egypt is very cheap. Look at this man. He is not the king of beauty. But it does not bother him. He dances, and he good at it. This is fun!

Russian antique colored postcards

On the one interesting site I found old Russian postcards. Of course, most of them black-and-white, but I chose only color postcards. All of the cards issued in the end 19th or the early 20th century. Look at them, I think it will be interesting.

Of course, in these photos is the standard stereotypes such as vodka, garmoshka and balalaika. Let it be so, these are the famous Russian characters. Lapti are the traditional bast shoes of the Russian peasants. Bast shoes are shoes made primarily from bast - fiber from the bark of the linden tree or birch tree: they are a kind of basket woven and fitted to the shape of a foot.

New Olympic banknote from Russia

The bank of Russia will release the first Olympic banknote of 100 rubles in October, 2013, in 100 days prior to Olympic Games in Sochi. This news was reported by the first deputy chairman of the Central Bank of the Russian Federation George Luntovsky on banknote presentation.

New Olympic banknote from Russia 100 rubles

Gas masks for horses will be annihilated in Russia

Interesting news from Russia. The Russian Defense Ministry has decided to annihilate the last reserves of gas masks for horses. These gas masks were in storage last 50 years and have never been used. These masks will be dismantled and all materials (rubber, glass, leather) will be sent for recycling.

During the cold war in the USSR were developed  two types gas masks for the horses. The first type was used for short-term protection of the horse.

International Women's Day in Russia

International Women's Day March 8 is an official holiday in most countries of the former Soviet Union. Most banks, official buildings and educational institutions are closed on this day, although shops and kiosks usually stay open. Public transport may run less frequently than usual.

International Women’s Day is often celebrated among family or friends with a festive meal and drinks. Many women receive flowers, cards and other gifts on March 8.

Perhaps this holiday happy, not only women, but the flower sellers. Tulips, mimosa and roses are the main colors that give the women on this day. Not sure what to give the woman on March 8? Give flowers! This is a good and right gift. Just do not give yellow flowers (mimosa exception) and the number of colors must be odd (1,3,5 ..).  

Now look old Soviet postcards. Many of them are very interesting.

Glory to the Soviet women!

March 8 is International Women's Day

8 March.Congratulations!

The little girl has prepared a gift for mom.

Mimosa is the main symbol of the women's day in the USSR.

Defender of the Fatherland Day in Russia

Defender of the Fatherland Day is a holiday celebrated on February 23 in Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, and Kyrgyzstan. Was set in the Soviet Union in 1922 as the "Day of the Red Army and the Navy." From 1949 to 1993. was called "The Day of the Soviet Army and Navy." After the collapse of the Soviet Union also continued to celebrate the holiday in a number of CIS countries. In fact, despite the name of this holiday congratulate all the men even if they have not served in the military. This holiday is a holiday. Informal celebration starts a day earlier. Therefore, the majority of official establishments and the private companies in the second half of day don't work. All celebrate! Try not to plan any serious affairs on the eve of February 23. Read more about this holiday can be here.

Balalaika. Most Russian musical instrument.

Vodka, caviar, bears, nested dolls and a balalaika is the main symbols of Russia. These are the main stereotypes. In addition, it is believed that on the Russian balalaika probably playing only one tune Kalinka Malinka (theme Tetris). But I suggest to listen as a musician Alexey Arkhipovsky playing on the balalaika. On a modern electric balalaika. Yes, do not be surprised!  If there is an electric guitar, then why can not be electric balalaika?

I will cite just one of the opinions about the musician in the magazine “America”:

“The sounds of three strings now brought on the audience the energy of the Niagara Falls, then soared like a quite crane over a lake surface, then seeped like honey from honeycombs in May.”

Look at the wonderful fragment of the concert of the musician Alexey Arkhipovsky. Melody called "The Road Home."

Full concert can be seen and heard here.

Soviet military posters of times of World War II

I would like to tell about little-known side of any war. Of course, in any war the soldier is the main force. However, the soldier will not be able to fight without weapons and without food. Therefore, supply for the army is very important for the victory over the enemy. And propagandize this idea for the people in the rear is it very important. Slogans in these posters should be simple and clear. Such as the famous slogan: "Everything for the front, everything for victory." Or these slogans can be such:

All the forces of the rear to help the front!

Compete for the best help to the front!

Comrade check whether you have all done to help the Red Army!

Drivers of cars! Continuous, quickly and in time, with no breakage and accidents delivers cargoes to the front.

Give the front of more weapons and ammunition to defeat the enemy.

 The people and the army invincible

The shock  work is guarantee of defensive power of the USSR.

Harvesting is terrible blow to the enemy.

 

More metal is more weapons!

Meadowland (Polyushko,polye). Perhaps, this is one of the best songs in Russian

Meadowland (Polyushko,polye). This song was written in 1933. The song is dedicated to the events of the Russian Civil War (1918-1921). The music was composed by Lev Knipper, with lyrics by Viktor Gusev. The text of this song has changed a lot over time. 

In the first version there is mention about the Soviet military commander Klim Voroshilov (known hero of the civil war, associate of Stalin). After the death of Stalin mention of it was gone. In the modern version of the word "Red Army heroes" are replaced by the words "heroes of the past". I don't know exactly which version is better. It seems to me that each of the versions conveys the spirit of his time.

The modern version of this song sings Japanese singer Origa (real name Olga Yakovleva, she was born in the USSR and later she made career in Japan).  In this video is used a fragment of the film about the civil war ("The First horse army", 1986).

Meadowland (Polyushko-polye). Modern text.

Field, my field,

My wide field.

The heroes ride over the field,

Heroes of the past.

The wind scatters your brave songs

Across the green field.

Songs of the past,

Leaving them alone with your glory,

And right at the end, on a dusty road…

Field, my field,

My wide field,

The heroes ride over the field,

Heroes of the past.

Field, my field, has seen so much misfortune.

It was drenched in blood,

The blood of the past.

Field, my field,

My wide field.

The heroes ride over the field,

Heroes of the past.

The wind disperses your brave songs

Across the green field.

Songs of the past,

Leaving them alone with your glory

And right at the end, on a dusty road…

Field, my field, has seen so much misfortune.

It was drenched in blood,

The blood of the past.

Field, my field,

My wide field…

This song performed by Red Army chorus and dance ensemble.

Meadowland (Classic text)

Oh Field, my field, my wide field,

The heroes ride over the field,
hey, the heroes of the red army.

You girls, cast a glance,
cast a glance in our direction,

Wave far down the road
Eh, the happy road

Hey, girls, look,
we are ready to engage the enemy

Our fleet-footed horses
our fast-driving tanks

Aaaaaah... Aaaaaaah...

Our fleet-footed horses
our fast-driving tanks

Hey, while on the collective farms,
the work is efficiently progressing,

Today we are scouts,
today we are keeping watch.

You girls, look here,
girls, wipe off your tears!

The louder let us sing our song,
hey, our pugnacious song.

Oh Field, my field, my wide field,

The heroes ride over the field,
hey, the heroes of the red army.

But most of all I was struck by performance of this song chorus of Chinese people's police.The Chinese are well sung. I hope they well translated this song into Chinese language.

Aviation of the Northern fleet has started to patrol the Northern sea route

The Northern Sea Route - the shortest sea route between the European part of Russia and the Far East, historically rooted  unified national route for transportation cargos in the Arctic. The importance of this route for Russia is permanently increasing. From behind the considerable melting of ice on the Northern sea the stream of transported cargos has increased considerably. And by 2020 it should reach fifty million tons and become the main route of cargos delivery in the Asian region.

Aviation of the Northern fleet has started to patrol the Northern sea route. Flight missions in polar latitudes fulfilled the crew of the Il-38 and Tu-142. The main tasks for the pilots is it ensure the safety of navigation and implementation of aerial reconnaissance in the Arctic waters.

The Northern fleet already was here in the autumn of 2011 year. Then for the first time along the Northern sea have passed grouping of military ships. Headed this mission the nuclear missile cruiser "Peter the Great". Now and naval aviation on the IL-38 starts regular patrols of strategic importance to the country's shipping route. "Planes fly over long distances in the air up to 10 hours, - says Sergey Checherov, Acting Chief of the Northern Fleet naval aviation - they can perform various tasks, from searching submarines to assist vessels in distress."

The Ilyushin Il-38 is a maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare and anti-shipping aircraft. In spite of the fact that the aircraft was developed in 1967 and is gradually becoming obsolete, he is still able to perform their tasks. Production comprised up to 65 aircraft.

Russia ups gold production 7% to 226 tonnes in 2012

On preliminary results, in 2012 in Russia extracted 226 tons of gold that approximately on 15 tons (for 7%) it is more, than in 2011 declared the head of the Union gold getters of Russia Sergey Kashuba .

"Own extraction and production made 222 tons. Plus about 4 tons is a gold in concentrates. About 8.5 tons are a secondary production", - noted Kashuba at a forum "Precious metals of Russia and the CIS".

If the world prices for gold are will remain at rather high level, Russia can increase production of gold by 5% annually till 2020.  The main gain of gold mining in Russia is provided by the largest gold mining companies of the country "Pole Gold" and "Polymetal".

Among the countries leaders on production of gold in the world are China, the USA and Australia. Russia in 2012 year kept the fourth place in the world by the production of gold. Also in 2012 year Russia became the largest buyer of gold in the world. Over the last ten years the Bank of Russia purchased 570 tons of gold that for 25% exceeds the volume of purchases of China which took the second place.

However Russia takes only the eighth place in the world on the volume of stocks of gold. On the first place there are USA with a gold stock in 8,134 thousand tons, they are followed by Germany (3,391 thousand tons) and IMF (2,814 thousand tons). Italy, France, China and Switzerland settled down on the fourth or seventh places respectively.

Modern Russian money

The unit of currency of Russia is the ruble. One ruble is equal to 100 kopecks. Now used coins  in denominations 1, 5, 10, 50 kopecks and coins in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10 rubles. So look modern Russian kopecks. 

And here is a modern Russian rubles in coins.

Coins of 1 and 5 kopecks are practically not used. gradually cease to be used coins of 10 and 50 kopecks. Probably the smallest coin, for which you can buy something it's a coin of 1 ruble. For example, 1 ruble worth a box of matches.

In addition, in Russia now used such banknotes: 5, 10, 50, 100, 1000, 5000 rubles. The banknote in 5 rubles now replaced by a similar coin and is very rarely used. The banknote of 10 rubles is gradually being replaced at  the coin.

What you can buy at 5 rubles? For five Russian rubles you can buy a small bar of chocolate or you can buy ballpoint pen, or this money will suffice for short local call by the cell phone (2-3 minute). 

What you can buy at 10 rubles? For ten Russian rubles you can buy a small bun or newspaper.  

50 rubles it's a bottle of beer and chips (local production) or it's 2-3 trips by bus on city.

For 100 rubles it is possible to buy a double cheeseburger with small bottle of cola or a luminescent energy-saving lamp or charger for mobile phone.

500 rubles is enough for 2 bottles of vodka, juice (2 liter), two kilograms of apples, bread (750 grams) and tea in pack (100  grams) or for that money you can buy a cheap cell phone.

 
The dinner in inexpensive cafe or restaurant on the average costs 1000 rubles. Or for the same money it is possible to buy ticket on the train from Moscow to St. Petersburg.

The minimum subsistence level in Russia about 5000 rubles (on this money it is possible to live about a month). Certainly, this doesn't include payment for the apartment, electricity and water.

5000 rubles will suffice for hotel accommodation within 2 days (hotel of 2 stars).