Russia's Yakovlev MC-21-300 airliner performed a "wingover" or "combat turn", a complex aerobatic maneuver typically reserved for military aircraft. <br /><br />The maneuver involves a steep climb with a constant pitch angle, followed by a sharp directional change at the peak without losing altitude—commonly used in combat operations.<br /><br />According to Russia's Rostec corporation, the aircraft was not carrying any payload and was only partially fueled to enhance its thrust-to-weight ratio, ensuring the safety and success of the demonstration.<br /><br />#Russia #aerobatics #maneuver #pilotlife #aviationdaily #aviation
