M-17RP High altitude, low-visibility aircraft ID

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In 1980, Myasishchev undertook the implementation of a new program for a high-altitude, low-observability (stealth technology) tactical reconnaissance aircraft.
The aircraft appears to have all the features of stealth technology, as its construction uses advanced alloys and synthetic materials, a power plant system, an advanced electronic system, and the use of materials that absorb radio waves. All these innovations promise a reduced radar footprint.

M-17 RP: Rear view of the aircraft. Note the flat nozzle.

Great emphasis was placed especially on the structure of the hull (which is rhomboidal in shape) and the tail fin, V-shaped, with a flat nozzle that suggest a Stealth construction.

The M-17RP2 version is slightly larger than its predecessor, the M-17RP, with the air intakes fully shielded by the wing and featuring a Gothic-style design. In general, this version retained roughly the same characteristics as those of the M-17RP.

To reduce the aircraft footprint the dielectric radar shroud and external radio equipment ponds would be filled with cold ionized plasma, alternatively the pods could be equipped with plasma guns (ionizers).

Three-view drawing

Technical specifications