The full-scale design of new engine for fifth-generation PAK FA fighter will be completed in 2013, Voenno-promishlenniy courier reports with reference to the CEO of United Engine Corporation, Vladislav Masalov.

«The engine’s new configuration in terms of components was approved by the scientific and technical council last year, because some of the components did not meet the specification in the area of weight, signature, etc. The performance specification is being adjusted at the moment in cooperation with the customer. And we must complete the full-scale design in 2013», – he said.

According to Vladislav Masalov, the flight testing of the engine should be started in 2015. It was reported earlier that the bench tests of the engine will be started in 2014.