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Photos: From Russia with rockets

At an air show outside Moscow, the Russian aerospace industry shows off a snub-nosed spacecraft.
By Bill Detwiler, Contributor
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Reusable spacecraft Kliper

The Russian reusable spacecraft Kliper is one of the feature attractions at the MAKS 2005 air and space show in Zhukovsky, Russia.

Kliper is intended to replace the disposable Soyuz vehicle that runs supplies to the International Space Station.

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Kliper's cockpit

A mock-up of the Kliper's cockpit. The spacecraft has two parts, and only the piloted compartment is designed for repeated use.

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SU-30MK fighter

More conventional aircraft are also on display at Maks 2005, which started Aug. 16. Here, a multipurpose SU-30MK fighter shows off.

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