In accordance with the previously agreed plan, missile craft air cushion (RKVP) "Bora" Black Sea Fleet from Sevastopol began its transition to the Turkish port of Istanbul. The visit by Russian rocket ship to Turkey dedicated to the passing of Istanbul international exhibition of modern weapons, with the participation, including Russian companies.
"Bora" for the first time since lifting it ensign visit a foreign port.
It is expected that during their stay in the Turkish port commander of the Russian ship commander Artem Andrievskiy cause ceremonial visit to the Consul General of the Russian Federation in Istanbul and employees of the Russian consulate and members of their families will be able to see the Russian ship.
It is also planned that RKVP visit the Deputy Minister of National Defence of Turkey on military industry Murad Bayar.
For the crew, "Bora" is scheduled extensive cultural program, which includes a tour of the largest city of Turkey.
Return of the ship in Sevastopol is scheduled for May 12.