PJSC "Taganrog aviation scientific and technical complex named after G. Beriev" (Beriev TANTK): description and reviews

The glory of Russian aviation is born in the quiet of the design bureaus, among pragmatic romantics, who gave the man wings and taught big cars not only to fly but also to swim. Specialists PANTTK them. GM Beriev works in the field of aircraft construction for more than 80 years and during this time created several generations of aircraft.

For reconnaissance and combat

The Taganrog aviation scientific and technical complex named after G. Beriev was founded on October 1, 1938. The first head of the organization was Georgy Mikhailovich Beriev, whose name would later be appropriated to the complex. In the pre-war years, the engineers and developers of the facility created "MBR-2" aircraft intended for near-sea reconnaissance, a prototype of which was created by Beriev in 1932. Also successful was the production of shipborne seaplanes "KOR-1" and "KOR-2", launched in flight with the help of a ship catapult. Both cars took an active part in the Great Patriotic War.

In the postwar period, there was a need for air protection of state borders. In the TANTK them. Beriev took up the development of a flying boat type "Be-6." The idea was successful, and the release, which began in 1956, was set up. Total light was seen by 123 copies of "Be-6", released in 19 series, the production lasted for 5 years.

Postwar years

In the five-year period jets were produced with the possibility of water landing "Be-10". They were designed for long-range reconnaissance with the possibility of dropping bombs and torpedoes against targets in the high seas, naval bases and structures. The ability of the aircraft to install obstacles from mines was also required. Serial production of amphibian aircraft began in 1957.

The task was accomplished in record time. The design was complex, and the engineers of the TANTK them. GM Beriev had to constantly refine it. In October 1961, with a plane of this type, a tragedy occurred: during the air parade in Moscow, one of them crashed. The aircraft was not adopted, only 30 Be-10 units were produced. Despite significant shortcomings, "Be-10" was a great success. With its help, twelve world records were set, the most significant of which is the speed record for amphibious aircraft (912 km / h) has not been beaten to this day. The model was completely decommissioned in 1968.

Developments of the 60-80s

In 1968, the first chief designer, GM Beriev, went on a well-deserved rest, the measure was forced-brought health. The latest development of the bureau under the guidance of the master was a civil aircraft "Be-30", its release prevented the policy. In 25 years, the idea came back and put it into practice. The aircraft "Be-32K" became a participant of the Paris exhibition and aroused interest among the industry specialists at the international level.

At the end of the seventies, Beriev TANTK was developing a new specialization - development and production of A-50 early detection and targeting radar systems, as well as the development of TU-142MR systems providing ultra-long-range communications. The base for them was to serve the aircraft in service. At the same time, the design bureau started the creation of a unique aircraft, which was the pride of the domestic aircraft construction - the super-heavy jet A-40.

"Albatross"

"Albatross" or "A-40", is the most protracted project of the TANTK them. Beriev, which later became a sensation. Two prototypes were made on the basis of the design bureau. Flights started in 1987, for its history, "Albatross" set 143 world-class flying records, at all exhibitions it became a sensation. The military model "A-40" is equipped with equipment adapted to transport more than 6 tons of bombs, torpedoes and other weapons.

About its acquisition in the early 90's, negotiations were conducted with leading foreign countries. Britain expressed its intention to replace its patrol fleet of amphibians with the A-40. But the period in which the negotiation processes took place was critical for Russia. The leadership of the Navy notified the design bureau. Beriev about the freezing of funding and the lack of the need for an army in airplanes of this class.

In the PJSC TANTK Beriev designed three modifications of this model - passenger, transport and rescue. In the passenger model, the cabin is designed for 105 passengers. Customers and buyers for these aircraft is not yet located. At the same time, the CB believes that the situation will change for the better, since the Albatross is an ideal amphibious aircraft for use in the extraction of oil and gas on the shelf.

Modernity

To date, TANTK them. Beriev develops and introduces seaplanes for many spheres of the country's economic activity. On the basis of the Irkutsk Aviation Enterprise, the Be-200 was developed for multi-purpose use:

• For the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Russian Federation.
• Fire prevention (takes up to 12 tons of water on board).
• Cargo and passenger use.

The company modernized seaplanes Be-12, which already participated in extinguishing fires in Chukotka, in the Irkutsk region, on the Crimean peninsula. Transport model "Be-12NX" has found application in the conditions of the Far North, it is used for cargo transportation on Sakhalin, Kuril Islands.

One of the latest design developments KB Design Bureau. Beriev became a seaplane "Be-103" - an easy model for passenger transportation (5-6 people). On the approach to the implementation of the Be-112 and Be-114 projects, seaplane giants with a takeoff weight of more than 1,000 tons are becoming a promising area.

Association and activities

In 2011, to TANTK them. Beriev was joined by OAO TAVIA. The company is developing new models of aircraft for the Russian and foreign markets. Main activities:

• Research (experimental, theoretical) aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, equipment, design materials for aviation.
• Development of new models of aircraft and equipment.
• Certification and flight tests of new equipment.
• The introduction of serial production of aircraft for various purposes.
• Training and upgrading of technical and flight personnel.
• Maintenance of the implemented equipment (technical and scientific advice, repairs, etc.).
• Leasing of aircraft equipment, etc.

Reviews

About TANTK them. Beriev in people who are interested in aircraft construction and development of the industry, the reviews are only positive. Most of them have high hopes for the revival of mass construction of seaplanes and sees positive dynamics in this. According to media reports, the design bureau is provided with work for several years ahead, which indicates the high professionalism of employees and the competitiveness of products.

The official opinion poll was last year in 2007, since then the situation has changed a lot. In the association they began to work according to world standards, conduct appropriate certification and receive orders from the IMF of Russia.