A Russian air force Tupolev Tu-160 Blackjack
A Russian air force Tupolev Tu-160 Blackjack strategic bomber has crashed, apparently with the death of all four crew, while on a check-flight from the Engels bomber base. Initial reports suggested the aircraft was being test-flown following the replacement of at least one of its engines.
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