Russia to Test New Reusable Crewed Spacecraft in Far East This Fall

Roscosmos head Dmitry Rogozin announced that the new-generation prospective transport ship (PTC NP) will undergo parachute drop tests in the Far East this fall, marking a key milestone in Russia's crewed spaceflight program. The reusable spacecraft is intended to replace the Soyuz capsule, but the timeline for orbital flights remains uncertain. This signals continued Russian investment in independent space capabilities amid international isolation.