Dozor-2

The Dozor‑2, produced by the Russian aerospace firm Transas, entered service in 2012 as the evolution of the company’s earlier Dozor series. Designed initially to replace aging trainer‑twin aircraft in the Commonwealth of Independent States, the program began in 2006 with a joint effort between Transas engineers and the state flight‑test institute. After a three‑year prototype phase, the first production line rolled out in 2011, and the aircraft was certified by the Federal Aviation Authority of Russia in early 2012. The Dozor‑2 features a low‑wing, all‑composite airframe that reduces weight by 15 percent compared to its predecessor, while offering a maximum cruise speed of 420 km/h and a range of 1 800 km. Its glass cockpit incorporates dual redundant flight‑control computers, satellite‑based navigation, and a digital flight‑management system that can be reconfigured for both basic pilot‑training and light‑cargo missions. The powerplant is a modern turboprop engine delivering 750 shp, providing excellent fuel efficiency and low emissions. Since its introduction, the Dozor‑2 has become a standard platform for regional airlines, flight schools, and humanitarian operators, showcasing Transas’ shift from naval simulators to versatile aviation solutions and reinforcing the firm’s reputation in the global aerospace market.