The Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade announced that the Baikal light multi-purpose aircraft (LMS-901) has entered the certification testing phase.
The main task of this stage is to sequentially evaluate all systems to ensure they meet the specified requirements, remove recorded observations, and obtain a certificate that grants the right to civil operation of the aircraft.
Ground frequency tests were a key procedure. Experts from the Russian Aircraft Registry visually inspected the aircraft's cabling system. Specifically, they verified that the cabling conformed to industry standards and design specifications.
The tests are conducted by specialists from the Ural Civil Aviation Plant and the Siberian Aviation Research Institute, under the supervision of the accreditation center of the Central Aerodynamic Institute and the Russian Aircraft Register. These tests determine the resonant frequencies of the aircraft structure and the dynamic characteristics of the control system. The data obtained is essential for ruling out dangerous vibrations during flight, a crucial requirement for the safety of the LMS-901 aircraft.
Successful completion of ground-based frequency tests will demonstrate that the dynamic characteristics of the aircraft structure and control system meet the specified requirements. This confirmation will form the basis for moving to the next stage of the certification process.
The Baikal (LMS-901) is a light multi-role aircraft designed for use on domestic air routes and for performing a wide range of aerial tasks. The project is being undertaken at the request of the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade.
It is worth noting that the Baikal light aircraft, equipped with the domestic VK-800 engine, achieved its first successful flight last February.
Key technical specifications of the Baikal multi-role light aircraft (LMS-901):
Length : 12 - 12.2 m,
Height : 3.7 m,
Wing size (width) : 16.5 m,
Maximum takeoff weight : 4,800 kg,
Maximum load : 2,000 kg (2 tons)
Number of passengers : 9 passengers,
Engine : Klimov VK-800 propeller engine,
Maximum speed : 300 km/h,
Maximum range : 3,000 km
Range with a 2-ton payload : 1,500 km
This aircraft was designed to replace the legendary Antonov An-2 and perform a wide range of tasks, from transporting passengers and cargo on local routes to agricultural services, ambulance services, and firefighting.It was also designed to operate in harsh climatic conditions and to land on short, unprepared dirt terraces..
