Roscosmos revives work on Russia's next-generation crewed spacecraft

Roscosmos chief Dmitry Bakanov said parachute system tests for the new crewed spacecraft will begin this fall, with Max-Q tests planned for 2027. A first crewed launch is targeted for 2028–2029, likely on the Angara A5M rocket.

• Parachute drop tests in Russia's Far East scheduled for fall 2026
• Max-Q dynamic pressure tests planned for 2027
• First crewed launch targeted for 2028–2029
• The 'Eagle' name has been dropped in favor of PTK NP designation