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NPP Zvezda SKS 94

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Zvezda SKS-94 is a super-light ejection system designed for low-speed light aircraft, including trainers, acrobatic, patrol, agricultural and other light aircraft relating to general aviation. It is designed and manufactured by NPP Zvezda.

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History

Sukhoi Design Bureau issued in 1991 to NPP Zvezda requirements specifications for development of a super light pilot-rescue system to be used on sports planes. The system is now known under the designation SKS-94. The system was displayed in the 1995 Paris Air Show, and Su-31M became the world's first aerobatics aeroplane to be fitted with an ejection system.

Applications

The ejection seat has been installed in the following aircraft types:

  • Yakovlev Yak-152
  • Yakovlev Yak-52
  • Yakovlev Yak-54
  • Sukhoi Su-26
  • Sukhoi Su-29
  • Sukhoi Su-31
  • FMA IA 63 Pampa
  • References

    NPP Zvezda SKS-94 Wikipedia