Viktor Kovalev (URS)
Status
ratified - retired by changes of the sporting code
Zone
World
Class
C (Powered Aeroplanes)
Sub-Class
C-1 (Landplanes)
Group
3: turbo-jet
Type of record
Speed over a closed circuit of 2 000 km with 2 000 kg payload
Performance
959,94 km/h
Date
02 Apr 1960
Course / Location
Moscow (Russia)
Claimant
Viktor Kovalev (URS)
Crew
Jakov MININE (USSR)
Type of engine
RD16-15
Aircraft
TU-104E
Aircraft manufacturer
Tupolev
Aircraft engine manufacturer
Mikuline
