So what's happening with Russia's new, long-delayed crewed spacecraft?

Russia's Long-Awaited Next Crewed Ship Faces Fresh Tests and Old Doubts

Russia's PTK NP crewed spacecraft, long delayed, is set for parachute drop tests this fall in the Far East and possible abort trials in 2027. Roscosmos holds to 2028 for first uncrewed flight on Angara from Vostochny. Yet history of slips, funding woes and shifting station plans raise doubts about timelines. The program inches forward with ground work and suit development.

So what's happening with Russia's new, long-delayed crewed spacecraft?

Russia says it has a "promising, reusable manned transport spacecraft."

Russia Advances Long-Delayed Reusable Crewed Spacecraft Timeline

Russia confirms plans for a reusable crewed spacecraft launch between 2028 and 2029, aiming to replace the aging Soyuz fleet with a modern transport system.

What is the status of Russia's delayed new manned spacecraft?

8 — Russia Plans Parachute Tests for New Human Transport Spacecraft In comments translated to Ars by Rob Mitchell, Russian official Bakanov mentioned that testing of the spacecraft’s parachute system will begin this fall. “The first step is the launch and testing of a new and promising reusable human transport spacecraft,” he said. “And in [...]