Progress Photon-601

The Progress Photon‑601 is a high‑performance twin‑engine jet developed by the Progress State Research and Production Rocket Space Center (PSRPRSC) in the early 2030s. Conceived to replace aging regional airliners, the Photon‑601 first flew on 12 March 2034 after a two‑year design phase that integrated advanced composite airframes with the center’s experience in aerospace propulsion. Its most notable feature is the adaptive thrust‑vectoring turbofan, which provides seamless transition between cruising efficiency and short‑runway thrust, allowing operations from airports with runways under 1,200 meters. The aircraft also incorporates a modular avionics suite based on the center’s satellite communication platform, offering real‑time data links, predictive maintenance diagnostics, and fly‑by‑wire controls that adapt to varying flight conditions. With a range of 4,200 km and a passenger capacity of 110, the Photon‑601 has been adopted by several emerging market carriers, cutting fuel consumption by up to 18 % compared with conventional jets of its class. Its introduction marked a shift toward integrating space‑technology reliability into civilian aviation, positioning the Progress State Research and Production Rocket Space Center as a key innovator in the next generation of commercial aircraft.